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Monterey, CA

California · Monterey County · Salinas Metro

Monterey is a small city in California with a population of 29,772. Residents earn $104,110 per year, which is 39% above the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
29,772 Population 3,442/sq mi density
$104,110 Median Income $62,541 per capita
$1,003,300 Home Value $1,143,224 Zillow
$2,288 Median Rent 31.9% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 323 sunny days/yr
275 Violent Crime/100K 3,441 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$104,110 median income, 3.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.2 / 5.0
$1,003,300 home value, $2,288/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
275 violent crimes/100K (28% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
54.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $104,110
39% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,003,300
256% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 275/100K
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 54.4%
61% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,288
97% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.0%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

How Monterey Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population29,772
Median Age37.1 yrs
Density3,442/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Veterans7.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$104,110
Per Capita$62,541
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$38,345M
Commute19 min

Housing

F
Home Value$1,003,300
Rent$2,288
Ownership37.9%
Zillow$1,143,224
Housing Units13,988
Rent Burden31.9%

Crime

F
Violent275/100K
Property3,441/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault155/100K
Burglary448/100K

Health

Obesity27.0%
Uninsured6.3%
Smoking9.4%
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain20.4 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation6 ft (2 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+54.4%
High School+93.9%
Graduate+24.6%
School Score3.81

Community

2024 VoteR 34% / D 63%
Commute19 min
Broadband94.4%
EV Stations29
Libraries28

Is Monterey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Monterey receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Monterey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Monterey is $104,110, which is significantly higher than the national average / 39% above $75,149. This places Monterey among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Monterey is $1,003,300, making it a premium housing market at 256% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,288 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.6x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Monterey is below the national average at 275 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,441 per 100,000, 76% above the national average.

Education

Monterey is a highly educated community / 54.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. School test scores average 3.8/10, below typical benchmarks.

Climate & Weather

Monterey enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Monterey has a population of 29,772 with a density of 3,442 people per square mile, spread across 8.7 square miles. The median age is 37.1 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (67%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 3.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 76% of residents, while 24% speak Spanish. 7.3% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 10.7% of residents have a disability. 94.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

29,772
Total Population
3,442
People / sq mi
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
8.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Monterey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 76.0%
3% below US avg
Spanish 24.0%
79% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Monterey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Monterey is $104,110, which is 39% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $62,541 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,180, 18% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 15,844 business establishments, including 1,118 restaurants. The cost of living index is 110.7, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 20.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Monterey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$104,110
39% above US avg
Per Capita Income$62,541
Avg Weekly Wage$1,180
IRS Avg AGI$86,133
Gini Index0.460 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,844
County GDP$38,345M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,118
Healthcare1,013
Retail1,276
Manufacturing284

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,044
158% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.6 min
Drive Alone58.3%
Public Transit3.2%
Work from Home20.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Monterey is $1,003,300, 256% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,143,224, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $2,288 (97% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $2,232 for a one-bedroom to $2,684 for a two-bedroom apartment. 37.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 13,988 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1969. The average annual property tax is $9,044 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 31.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,003,300
256% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,143,224
Median List Price$1,097,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,097,000
$/Sq Ft$714
Homes Sold8
Sale-to-List Ratio97.0%
Price Drops26.4%
Inventory53

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,288
97% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,856
Rent Burden31.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$2,173
1 Bedroom$2,232
2 Bedrooms$2,684
3 Bedrooms$3,623
4 Bedrooms$3,945

Ownership & Property

Homeownership37.9%
Owner-Occupied37.9%
Renter-Occupied62.1%
Housing Units13,988
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,044
158% above US avg
Effective Rate0.90%
In Monterey, 27.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.5% of residents, below the national average. 27.7% have high blood pressure. 9.4% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 19.1% report binge drinking. 17.1% are physically inactive, below the national average. 21.2% report depression. 16.2% experience frequent mental distress. 6.3% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,545. The dentist ratio is 1:1,357. 89.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.1 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-22)

PM2.5
14.6
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
22.4
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
1.0
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
82.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.6
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
130.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Monterey vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.0%
16% below US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.2%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.4%
33% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity17.1%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress11.0%
Short Sleep31.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Uninsured6.3%
27% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,545
Dentists1:1,357
Mental Health1:217
Checkup Rate72.5%
Dental Visits67.5%
Premature Death6,114/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access89.5%
Healthcare Facilities1,013
Monterey has a violent crime rate of 275 per 100,000 residents, 28% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 155.3 per 100,000, robbery at 81.2, rape at 38.8. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,441 per 100,000, 76% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,731, burglary at 448, vehicle theft at 261 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 49 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Monterey receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Monterey vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent275.3/100K
28% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape38.8/100K
Robbery81.2/100K
Assault155.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,440.7/100K
76% above US avg
Burglary448.2/100K
Theft2,731.4/100K
Vehicle Theft261.1/100K
Arson14.1/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)49
Traffic Accidents1,048
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Monterey enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 323 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 20.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. 80% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 6 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average56.8°F
5% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6 ft (2 m)
Area8.7 sq mi (22.4 km²)
Population Density3,442/sq mi
Coordinates36.6012°N, 121.8831°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
CountyMonterey County County
Nearest AirportMonterey Regional (MRY)
2 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.4"
46% below US avg
Snowfall 0.3"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.30"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.12"

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood
Good Days %79.8%
Unhealthy Days0

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0363 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)5.8 ppb
CO (Carbon Monoxide)0.24 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)5.6 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score98.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability54.8 / 100
Community Resilience24.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Earthquake Relatively High
Wildfire Relatively High
Flood Relatively High
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Very Low
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Drought Very High
Cold Wave No Rating
Landslide Relatively High
Coastal Flood Relatively Low
Tsunami Very Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

4,974 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M2.6 on Aug 24, 2025.

Apr 18, 1990 5 km NNW of Aromas, California M5.4 42 km
Oct 21, 2012 24 km NE of San Lucas, California M5.3 97 km
Sep 17, 1991 22 km NW of San Simeon, California M5.2 101 km
Apr 18, 1990 4 km E of Interlaken, California M5.1 44 km
Aug 12, 1998 10 km SW of Ridgemark, California M5.1 41 km
Sep 29, 2004 8 km NW of Parkfield, California M5.0 143 km
Jan 16, 1993 9 km E of Gilroy, California M4.9 60 km
Dec 20, 1994 3 km NW of Parkfield, California M4.9 148 km
Apr 18, 1990 4 km NNW of Aromas, California M4.9 42 km
Apr 19, 1996 2 km E of Aromas, California M4.9 40 km
Apr 23, 1995 22 km NNE of Soledad, California M4.9 61 km
May 14, 2002 5 km SSW of Gilroy, California M4.9 48 km
Sep 30, 2004 13 km NW of Parkfield, California M4.9 139 km
Nov 14, 1993 8 km NW of Parkfield, California M4.8 144 km
Apr 18, 1990 4 km N of Aromas, California M4.7 42 km
Feb 4, 1991 33 km SE of Big Sur, California M4.7 69 km
May 21, 1996 8 km ESE of East Foothills, California M4.7 86 km
Aug 11, 1993 14 km ESE of Alum Rock, California M4.7 81 km
Aug 27, 2011 21 km NE of Soledad, California M4.6 63 km
Mar 24, 1991 1 km NNE of Interlaken, California M4.6 43 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

22 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF2. Total: 10 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 5, 1998 EF2 87 km 0
Mar 11, 1985 EF2 51 km 0
Jan 11, 1951 EF2 88 km 0
Dec 14, 2024 EF1 52 km 0
Dec 20, 2001 EF1 42 km 0
May 5, 1998 EF1 89 km 0
Dec 6, 1992 EF1 7 km 0
Dec 6, 1992 EF1 0 km 0
Jan 14, 1980 EF1 98 km 0
Apr 1, 1965 EF1 43 km 0
Jan 6, 2019 EF0 41 km 0
Jan 6, 2019 EF0 42 km 0
Apr 22, 2016 EF0 61 km 0
Jan 6, 2016 EF0 58 km 0
Dec 22, 2012 EF0 31 km 0
Apr 14, 2007 EF0 51 km 0
Dec 5, 1998 EF0 44 km 0
Feb 6, 1998 EF0 87 km 0
Dec 8, 1997 EF0 81 km 0
Dec 11, 1992 EF0 13 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.5 m (15 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1868 N. CALIFORNIA Eruption + Earthquake 4.5 m 30 124 km
1989 N. CALIFORNIA Earthquake 1.0 m 62 48 km
1856 N. CALIFORNIA Eruption + Earthquake 0.6 m 107 km
1906 N. CALIFORNIA Eruption + Earthquake 0.1 m 134 km
1901 MONTEREY BAY, N. CALIFORNIA Eruption + Earthquake 141 km
1865 N. CALIFORNIA Eruption + Earthquake 67 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BASIN COMPLEX (164,537 ac, 2008).

Year Name Acres Distance
2008 BASIN COMPLEX 164,537 51 km
2016 SOBERANES 131,921 35 km
2020 DOLAN 124,382 70 km
2020 CZU AUG LIGHTNING 85,894 67 km
2008 BASIN COMPLEX (INDIANS) 59,095 69 km
1985 GORDA-RAT 52,474 71 km
2020 RIVER 51,582 31 km
2007 LICK 47,424 80 km
1999 KIRK COMPLEX (HARE) 43,054 72 km
1985 CHERRY 41,654 88 km
2005 UNNAMED 39,070 95 km
2006 CANYON 36,851 97 km
1999 KIRK COMPLEX (FIVE) 36,162 43 km
1996 WILD 24,439 84 km
1984 UNNAMED 23,122 95 km
1996 UNNAMED 19,243 94 km
2003 ANNIE 17,383 90 km
1996 MERCY 16,993 99 km
2008 CHALK 15,420 75 km
1984 BONANZA 12,105 86 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 6.3 in Wettest
February 52°F (11°C) 5.5 in
March 53°F (11°C) 5.1 in
April 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
May 55°F (13°C) 0.5 in
June 58°F (14°C) 0.2 in
July 60°F (16°C) 0.1 in Driest
August 60°F (16°C) 0.1 in
September 61°F (16°C) 0.4 in Warmest
October 59°F (15°C) 1.5 in
November 54°F (12°C) 4.7 in
December 51°F (10°C) 5.1 in Coldest

Monterey has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 51°F in December to 61°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 31.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.3") and July the driest (0.1").

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Monterey is located in Monterey County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 54.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 61% above the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. 24.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 3.8 out of 10, below typical benchmarks. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 63.4% of the vote, a 29.9-point margin. 94.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 29 EV charging stations. There are 28 public libraries serving the community. 1,013 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 58.3% of workers drive alone to work, while 3.2% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 33.6%
D 63.4%

Winner: Democrat by 29.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)49
Traffic Accidents1,048
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+54.4%
61% above US avg
High School+93.9%
Graduate Degree+24.6%
School Test Score3.81
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density3,442/sq mi
Total Area8.7 sq mi
CountyMonterey County County

Services

Broadband Access94.4%
Avg Download Speed85.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed16.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations29
Alt Fuel Stations30
Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,013
Restaurants1,118
Retail Stores1,276

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.6 min
Drive Alone58.3%
Public Transit3.2%
Work from Home20.5%
Average costs for common services in Monterey. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $277 ($166–$443)
Specialist Visit $387 ($221–$609)
Urgent Care Visit $221 ($111–$387)
Emergency Room Visit $2,435 ($886–$5,535)
Dental Cleaning $144 ($83–$221)
Dental Filling $277 ($166–$443)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $50 ($28–$83)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $83 ($55–$133)
Brake Pad Replacement $332 ($166–$554)
Tire Rotation $44 ($22–$83)
New Tires (Set of 4) $664 ($443–$1,107)
Battery Replacement $221 ($111–$387)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $111 ($66–$166)
Electrician (Per Hour) $100 ($55–$155)
HVAC Repair $443 ($166–$886)
HVAC System Install $7,749 ($4,428–$13,284)
Roof Repair $1,107 ($443–$2,214)
Roof Replacement $9,963 ($6,089–$16,605)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,661 ($554–$3,875)
Divorce (Contested) $16,605 ($5,535–$33,210)
DUI Defense $5,535 ($2,214–$11,070)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,661 ($886–$3,321)
Will Preparation $554 ($221–$1,107)
Trust Preparation $2,768 ($1,107–$5,535)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $28 ($17–$50)
Women's Haircut $61 ($33–$111)
Hair Coloring (Full) $166 ($83–$277)
Manicure $28 ($17–$50)
Pedicure $44 ($28–$72)
Massage (1 Hour) $89 ($55–$144)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.54 ($3.32–$6.09)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.87 ($2.77–$5.54)
Loaf of Bread $4.21 ($2.77–$6.09)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.98 ($3.32–$7.20)
Ground Beef (per lb) $6.09 ($4.43–$8.30)
Rice (per lb) $1.11 ($0.66–$1.99)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $155 ($89–$277)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $77 ($33–$166)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $77 ($44–$133)
Internet (Monthly) $77 ($44–$111)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $72 ($33–$111)
Cable TV (Monthly) $94 ($55–$166)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $221 ($83–$554)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,214 ($1,328–$3,875)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $77 ($33–$144)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $17 ($8.86–$28)
Car Registration (Annual) $111 ($33–$277)
Driver's License Renewal $33 ($17–$83)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,328 ($664–$2,768)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,107 ($554–$2,214)
After-School Care (Monthly) $443 ($221–$775)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $55 ($28–$111)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,107 ($443–$2,768)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $13,838 ($5,535–$33,210)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $66 ($33–$111)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $111 ($55–$221)
Dog Grooming $66 ($33–$111)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $44 ($22–$83)
Dog Spay/Neuter $332 ($166–$554)
Cat Spay/Neuter $221 ($111–$443)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,745
Toddler$1,092
Preschool$856
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$1,380
Toddler$1,172
Preschool$1,099
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Monterey County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Agriculture & Forestry 55,530 590 $47,473 34.26
Accommodation & Food Services 22,555 1,110 $39,926 1.24
Health Care & Social Assistance 20,480 6,384 $69,504 0.71
Retail Trade 16,085 1,201 $44,749 0.80
Construction 7,563 1,184 $75,820 0.72
Administrative & Waste Services 7,358 559 $46,246 0.62
Wholesale Trade 5,690 384 $90,508 0.72
Other Services 5,566 943 $49,937 0.92
Professional & Technical Services 5,078 892 $89,760 0.36
Manufacturing 4,682 330 $63,927 0.28
Arts & Entertainment 3,017 157 $48,501 0.90
Transportation & Warehousing 2,960 400 $63,831 0.35
Real Estate 2,052 490 $63,296 0.66
Educational Services 2,046 114 $55,930 0.49
Finance & Insurance 2,044 312 $119,749 0.25
Information & Technology 853 98 $80,962 0.23
Management of Companies 786 36 $123,524 0.23
Utilities 593 24 $176,128 0.78
Mining & Oil/Gas 211 6 $137,074 0.28
Unclassified 2 15 $94,171 0.01

Colleges & Universities in Monterey

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Monterey Peninsula College Public · Associate 10,180 $1,188 $9,924
Naval Postgraduate School Public · Graduate 3,939
Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey Private Non-Profit · Bachelor's 752 $47,026 $47,026

Hospitals in Monterey

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
COMMUNITY HOSPITAL OF THE MONTEREY PENINSULA Acute Care Hospitals 3/5 Yes (831) 624-5311

Schools in Monterey

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Monterey High High 1,399 65 21.5:1
Monte Vista Elementary 572 26 22.0:1
La Mesa Elementary 564 26 21.7:1
Bay View Academy (Charter) Elementary 501 21 23.9:1
Walter Colton Middle 129 9 14.3:1
Big Sur Charter (Charter) Other 85 4 21.3:1
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Radio Stations near Monterey

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
SmoothJazz.com 128k mp3 monterey, smooth jazz MP3 128 kbps
KPCR 101.9 Pirate Cat Radio alternative, college radio MP3 320 kbps
Santa Cruz Voice MP3 64 kbps
KWAV 96.9 AAC+ 64 kbps
SmoothLounge.com (320k MP3) electronic, lounge MP3 320 kbps
SmoothJazz.com (32k MP3) smooth jazz, Monterey MP3 32 kbps
KAZU public radio MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Monterey

5 campgrounds found near Monterey.

NameRatingSitesPrice
ARROYO SECO 4.0/5 39 $34–$150
MEMORIAL CAMPGROUND 3.8/5 8 $30
CHINA CAMP CAMPGROUND 3.4/5 10 $20
ESCONDIDO CAMPGROUND 3.2/5 9 $30
WHITE OAKS CAMPGROUND 1.7/5 8 $30

National Parks Near Monterey

43 national parks and monuments found near Monterey.

ParkTypeFee
Andrew Molera State Park State Park Free
Año Nuevo State Park State Park Free
Año Nuevo State Park State Park Free
Asilomar State Beach State Park Free
Bean Hollow State Beach State Park Free
Big Basin Redwoods State Park State Park Free
Burleigh H. Murray Ranch State Park Free
Butano State Park State Park Free
Carmel River State Beach State Park Free
Castle Rock State Park State Park Free
Fort Ord Dunes State Park State Park Free
Fremont Peak State Park State Park Free
Garrapata State Park State Park Free
Gray Whale Cove State Beach State Park Free
Half Moon Bay State Beach State Park Free
Hearst San Simeon State Park State Park Free
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park State Park Free
Henry W. Coe State Park State Park Free
Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park State Park Free
Lighthouse Field State Beach State Park Free
Limekiln State Park State Park Free
Manresa State Beach State Park Free
Marina State Beach State Park Free
Montara State Beach State Park Free
Monterey State Beach State Park Free
Moss Landing State Beach State Park Free
Natural Bridges State Beach State Park Free
New Brighton State Beach State Park Free
Pacheco State Park State Park Free
Pescadero State Beach State Park Free
Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park State Park Free
Pinnacles National Park National Park $30
Point Lobos Ranch State Park Free
Pomponio State Beach State Park Free
Portola Redwoods State Park State Park Free
Salinas River State Beach State Park Free
San Gregorio State Beach State Park Free
Seacliff State Beach State Park Free
Sunset State Beach State Park Free
The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park State Park Free
Twin Lakes State Beach State Park Free
Wilder Ranch State Park State Park Free
Zmudowski State Beach State Park Free

Trails Near Monterey

76 trails found near Monterey.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
SANTA LUCIA 12.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINE RIDGE 11.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LOST VALLEY 10.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CARMEL RIVER 10.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NORTH COAST RIDGE 10.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MARBLE PEAK 9.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINE RIDGE 8.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
VENTANA DOUBLE CONE 7.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MT. MANUEL 7.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MILLER CANYON 7.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BLACK CONE 6.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHURCH CREEK 5.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LITTLE SUR 5.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ARROYO SECO 4.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SKINNER RIDGE 4.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BIG PINES 4.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HORSE PASTURE 4.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DE ANGULO 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BIG SUR 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MARBLE PEAK 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BIG PINES 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SOUTH FORK 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CARMEL RIVER 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TONY 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RODEO FLAT 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PUERTO SUELO 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SKINNER RIDGE 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SANTA LUCIA PEAK 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ROCKY CREEK 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SANTA LUCIA 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINE RIDGE 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CAMP CAWATRE 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SOUTH FORK 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MT. MANUEL 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SAN CLEMENTE 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TURNER CREEK 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LOST VALLEY CONNECTOR 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TERRACE CREEK 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BIG SUR 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BLACK CONE 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BIG SUR 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BIG SUR 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BLACK CONE 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
JACKSON CAMP 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BIG SUR 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
VENTANA CAMP 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DANISH CREEK 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RATTLESNAKE CREEK 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BEAR BASIN 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RATTLESNAKE CREEK 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LITTLE SUR CAMP 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SANTA LUCIA CONNECTOR 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TONY 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HORSE PASTURE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MT. MANUEL 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ROUND ROCK CAMP 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BEAR BASIN CONNECTOR 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MARBLE PEAK 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MARBLE PEAK 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
COMINGS CAMP 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MOSQUITO SPRING 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BEE CAMP 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
JACKSON CAMP 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BIG SUR 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
INDIAN VALLEY CAMP 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PICO BLANCO PUBLIC CAMP 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINE RIDGE CAMP 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ROCKY CREEK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LONE PINE CAMP 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BLACK CONE CAMP 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BIG PINES CAMP 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ARROYO SECO 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SANTA LUCIA CONNECTOR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DIVIDE CAMP 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TERRACE CREEK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TERRACE CREEK 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in Monterey

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
MONTEREY BAY AQUARIUMZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION8316484800$86,558,017
NATIONAL STEINBECK CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM8317963833$1,562,711
MONTEREY MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM8313725477$1,531,537
MUSEUM FOUNDATION OF PACIFIC GROVEGENERAL MUSEUM8316485716$927,347
MONTEREY COUNTY YOUTH MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM8316496444$437,097
MONTEREY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION333 BORONDA ROAD8317578085$281,099
MONTEREY HISTORY AND ART ASSOCIATIONHISTORY MUSEUM8313722608$269,747
PACIFIC GROVE ART CENTERART MUSEUM8313752208$186,328
CENTER FOR PHOTOGRAPHIC ARTGENERAL MUSEUMSAN CARLOS AVE8316255181$184,869
VALLEY GUILDHISTORIC PRESERVATION8314242735$161,729
CENTRAL COAST LIGHTHOUSE KEEPERSHISTORIC PRESERVATION8316497139$159,823
DEETJENSHISTORIC PRESERVATION48865 CALIFORNIA 18316672377$118,122
MONTEREY STATE HISTORIC PARK ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION8316497172$91,961
ROBINSON JEFFERS TOR HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION26304 OCEAN VIEW AVENUE8316241813$80,626
CARMEL VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8316595715$69,650
HERITAGE SOCIETY OF PACIFIC GROVEHISTORIC PRESERVATION605 LAUREL AVE8313722898$68,520
ARTS HABITATART MUSEUM3785 V�A NONA MARIE8316246111$54,462
ALLEN KNIGHT MARITIME MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8313722608
BORONDA ADOBE HISTORY CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM8317578085
CARMEL FIRE HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CARMEL HERITAGEHISTORIC PRESERVATIONLINCOLN ST & 6TH AVE8316244447
CASTROVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8305383142
COLTON HALL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8316465640
FIRST MAYORS HOUSE OF SALINAS CITYGENERAL MUSEUM
FORT ORD WARHORSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION8312244534
HARTNELL GALLERYART MUSEUM8317556700
HISTORIC GARDEN LEAGUEARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER8316493364
HISTORIC VINEYARD SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8317470255
INTERNATIONAL SACRED ARTS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM24739 GUADALUPE ST
MONTEREY & SALINAS VALLEY RAILROAD MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION8317898097
MONTEREY COUNTY INTERNATIONAL ETHNOGRAPHIC MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
MONTEREY DUNES NATURAL HISTORY ASSOCIATIONNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM61 RESERVATION RD8313847695
MONTEREY FISHERMEN'S HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION8316496544
MONTEREY HISTORICAL TRAILSHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MUSEUM OF MONTEREYGENERAL MUSEUM
ROBERT LOUIS STEVENSON HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION530 HOUSTON ST8316497118
STEINBECK WAX MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8316557744
STOWITTS MUSEUM AND LIBRARYGENERAL MUSEUM
WORLD CRYSTAL MUSEUMNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM

Libraries in Monterey

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
MONTEREY COUNTY FREE LIBRARIES188 SEASIDE CIRCLE0.0823,130
SALINAS PUBLIC LIBRARY350 LINCOLN AVE.0.0634,462
MONTEREY PUBLIC LIBRARY625 PACIFIC ST.0.0355,128
PACIFIC GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY550 CENTRAL AVE.0.0130,124
HARRISON MEMORIAL LIBRARYOCEAN & LINCOLN AVE.0.0127,617

Farmers Markets in Monterey

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Alisal Certified Farmers' Market632 East Alisal Street06/28/2016 to 10/11/2016Tue: 11:00 AM-4:00 PM;YesVisit
Marina Certifed Farmers' Market215 Reservation Rd.01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016Sun: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;YesVisit
Old Monterey Farmers MarketAlvarado St. & Pearl St.
Pacific Grove Certified Farmers' MarketCentral & Grand Ave.01/01/2017 to 12/31/2017Mon: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;YesVisit
Salinas Valley Memioral Healthcare Certified Farmers' Market450 East Romie Lance05/25/2016 to 10/26/2016Fri: 1:30 PM-5:30 PM;YesVisit

Hotels in Monterey

43 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Americas Best Value Presidents Inn on Munras
Bay Park Hotel
Best Western De Anza Inn
Best Western Park Crest Inn
BEST WESTERN PLUS Monterey Inn
BLu Pacific Hotel
Cannery Row Inn
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Colton Inn
Days Inn Monterey Downtown
Days Inn Monterey Fisherman's Wharf/Aquarium
Hilton Garden Inn
Holiday Inn Express Monterey - Cannery Row
Hotel 1110
Hotel Abrego
Hotel Abrego
Hotel Abrego
Hotel Pacific
Howard Johnson Express Monterey
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa on Del Monte Golf Course
IHG Army Hotels Buildings 366 & 367
InterContinental The Clement Monterey Hotel
Jabberwock Inn
Mariposa Inn and Suites
Monterey Bay Inn
Monterey Hotel
Monterey Marriott
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Munras Inn
Navy Lodge Monterey
Portola Hotel
Quality Inn
Ramada Monterey
Red Roof Inn & Suites Monterey
Spindrift Inn
Stargazer Inn and Suites
Stevenson Hotel Monterey
The Inn at 1252 Monterey
The Inn at 1252 Monterey
Travelodge
Victorian Inn
Wave Street Inn

Restaurants in Monterey

70 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Abalonetti Bar and Grill
Ambrosia India Bistro
Anbrosia Indian Bistro
Benihana
Bubba Gump
Cafe Fina
California Pizza Kitchen
Chart House
Chef Lee's
Chopstix Restaurant
Cibo Ristorante Italiano
Crab Loui's Bistro
Crabby Jim's Seafood
Crazy Horse Restaurant
Crystal Fish
Dametra Fresh Mediterranean
Denny's
Denny's
Dockside Seafood Stand
Domenico's On The Warf
Dos Victorias Mexican Food
El Palomar Monterey
El Torito Mexican Food
Epsilon
Full Moon
Hula's Island Grill
Jose Mexican Grill
Kona
La Bahia Mexican American Cuisine
Lalla Grill
Lalla Oceanside Grill
Liberty Fish Co
Louie Linguini's
Melville Tavern
MidiCi - Wood Fired Pizza
Monterey Cookhouse
Monterey Crepe Company
Monterey’s Fish House
Montrio Bistro
Namaste India Bistro
Nino's Warfside Bar and Grill
Ocean Sushi
Old Fisherman's Grotto
Osteria Al Mare
Pacific Bowls & Rolls
Paluca Trattoria
Papa Chano's
Paprika Cafe
Pelican Pizza
Pizza My Heart
Poke House
Poke Time
Rockfish Harbor Grill
Rosine's
Round Table Pizza
Saffron
Sakura
Sapporo Sushi & Steakhouse
Sardine Factory
Schooners Coastal Kitchen
Siamese Bay
Sly McFly's
Sushi By the Bay
Sushi Fly
the C restaurant + bar
The Sandbar and Grill
Toribashi
Wonju Restaurant
Yama Sushi
Zab Zab Thai

Cafes in Monterey

27 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

3 Mundos Sandwich Shop
Bay Cafe
Cafe La Strada
Cafe Lumiere
Cannery Row Deli
Captain + Stoker
Chong's Cafe
Crepes Of Brittany
Del Monte Cafe
Del Monte Golf Course Grill
East Village Cafe
Food for thought
Lilly Mae's Cinnamon Rolls
Old Monterey Café
Paris Bakery
Peet's Coffee
Plumes
Quickly
Starbucks
Starbucks
Starbucks
Starbucks
Student Cafeteria
T Zone
The Bagel Bakery
Tidal coffee
Wave Street Café

Cinemas in Monterey

3 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cinemark Monterey 13
Osio Cinemas
The New Warf Theatre

Theatres in Monterey

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Golden State Theatre

Monuments in Monterey

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ingersol Family Statue

Clinics in Monterey

8 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cannery Row Medical Aesthetics
Central Coast Allergy & Asthma
Doctors on Duty - Urgent Care Center
Hartnell Professional Center
MoGo Urgent Care
Monterey Bay Urgent Care
Pacific Bay Dermatology
U.S. Renal Care Monterey

Dentists in Monterey

6 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alta Mesa Family Dentistry
Central Coast Dental Care
Lighthouse Family Dentistry: Patricia Van Kooten, DMD
Monterey Peninsula Dental Group
Pacific Endodontics: Root Canal and Dental Surgical Center
US #8818308109

Veterinaries in Monterey

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Animal Cancer Center

Bus Stations in Monterey

3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Del Monte Center
Monterey Transit Plaza
Monterey Transit Plaza

Gas Stations in Monterey

9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven
76
Alliance Gas
Chevron
Chevron
NEX Gas Station
Shell
Speedway
Valero

Banks in Monterey

8 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bank of America
Bank of the West
Chase
Federal Credit Union
Pacific Valley Bank
Rabobank
Santa Clara County Bank
Wells Fargo

Shopping Malls in Monterey

4 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cosentino Mall
Enterprise Cannery
Monterey Canning Company Mall
Steinbeck Plaza

Gyms in Monterey

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness
Gold's Gym

Golf Courses in Monterey

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Del Monte Golf Course
Monterey Pines Golf Course

Breweries in Monterey

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
English Ales BreweryBrewers223 Reindollar Ave A8318833000
English Ales Brewery & CafeBrewery223 Reindollar Ave8318833000Visit
Galante VineyardsWineries, Brewers18181 Cachagua Rd8316597620
Joyce VineyardsVineyards, Food & Dining, vineyard, Beverages, wholesale, grape, Brewers, Wineries, farming, Wine60 Via Milpitas8316590312
Monterey BrewingBrewery Cannery Row95 Prescott Ave8316432722
Parsonage Village VineyardWineries, Vineyards, Brewers74 E Carmel Valley Rd8316592215
Peter B's BrewpubBrewery, Sports Bar, and Pub2 Portola Plz8316492699Visit
Szalay WineryWineries, Wine Stores, Brewers36023 Cachagua Rd8316592106
The Crown & AnchorPub, Restaurant, and Brewery150 W Franklin St8316496496Visit

Nursing Homes in Monterey

4 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
CYPRESS RIDGE CARE CENTER
1501 SKYLINE DRIVE
For profit - Corporation 99 89 5/5 4/5 5/5 8313733716
CARMEL HILLS CARE CENTER
23795 W. R. HOLMAN HIGHWAY
For profit - Corporation 99 87 4/5 3/5 3/5 8316241875
WESTLAND HOUSE
100 BARNET SEGAL LANE
Non profit - Corporation 28 21 4/5 4/5 3/5 8316583737
WINDSOR MONTEREY CARE CENTER
1575 SKYLINE DRIVE
For profit - Partnership 78 73 2/5 3/5 3/5 8313732731

Pharmacies in Monterey

8 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
ADVANTACARE 5 MANDEVILLE COURT 831-373-1111
CVS - 9320 686 LIGHTHOUSE AVENUE 831-655-5404
CVS - 9802 2170 FREMONT STREET 831-373-6134
ORDWAY DRUGS AND MEDICAL SUPPLIES 499 ALVARADO STREET 831-372-8085
PHARMACA INTEGRATIVE PHARMACY 570 MUNRAS AVENUE 831-333-0751
PRESIDIO OF MONTEREY ARMY HEALTH CLINIC PHARMACY-DOD 473 CABRILLO STREET 831-242-5382
RITE AID - 5882 1301 MUNRAS AVENUE 831-375-8900
WALGREENS - 7081 416 ALVARADO STREET 831-644-9057

EV Charging Stations in Monterey

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Del Monte Shopping Center - Tesla Supercharger1410 Del Monte CenterTesla14TESLApublic
MONTEREY AIRPRT UNIT 2200 Fred Kane DrChargePoint Network1CHADEMO J1772COMBOpublic
MONTEREY AIRPRT UNIT 3200 Fred Kane DrChargePoint Network1CHADEMO J1772COMBOpublic
MONTEREY AIRPRT UNIT 4200 Fred Kane DrChargePoint Network1CHADEMO J1772COMBOpublic
CLEMENT HOTEL CLEMENT 2700 Wave StChargePoint Network1J1772public
CLEMENT HOTEL CLEMENT 3700 Wave StChargePoint Network2J1772public
Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula23625 Holman HighwayBlink Network4J1772public
Del Monte Shopping Center1410 Del Monte CenterBlink Network2J1772public
Lone Oak Lodge2221 N. Fremont StreetBlink Network1J1772public
MBA HH SPACE 1100 Pacific StChargePoint Network2J1772public
MBA HH SPACE 2100 Pacific StChargePoint Network2J1772public
MBA HH SPACE 3100 Pacific StChargePoint Network2J1772public
MBA HH SPACE 4100 Pacific StChargePoint Network2J1772public
MBUAPCD MBUAPCD 124580 Silver Cloud CtChargePoint Network2J1772public
Montage Health - RR 10 Ragsdale10 Ragsdale DriveBlink Network1J1772public
Montage Health - RR Building AUpper Ragsdale DriveBlink Network2J1772public
MONTEREY 1 CALLE PRINCIPAL465 Pacific StChargePoint Network2J1772public
MONTEREY 1 CANNERY R LOT 7160 Irving AveChargePoint Network2J1772public
MONTEREY 1 DT WEST GARAGE340 Tyler StChargePoint Network2J1772public
Monterey Marriott - Tesla Destination350 Calle PrincipalTesla Destination3J1772 TESLApublic
Monterey Tides, a Joie de Vivre hotel - Tesla Destination2600 Sand Dunes DrTesla Destination3TESLApublic
MP-EV-STATIONS ADA201 Glenwood CirChargePoint Network2J1772public
MP-EV-STATIONS STATION 1243-267 Glenwood CirChargePoint Network2J1772public
Naval Facilities Engineering Command - Naval Support Activity Monterey - Building 426511 Gardners RdNon-Networked4J1772private
NSA Monterey / N62271-B4361870 Morse DrNon-Networked2J1772private
Super 8 by Wyndham Monterey/Carmel - Tesla Destination1300 Munras AveTesla Destination1TESLApublic
The Monterey Hotel - Tesla Destination406 Alvarado StTesla Destination3J1772 TESLApublic
Villafranca Inn - Tesla Destination900 Munras AveTesla Destination1TESLApublic
Whitson Engineers6 Harris CtNon-Networked4J1772private

Cell Towers in Monterey

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(Seaside) 10805 Saddle RoadLTOWER66
16789 AVERY LANE (13169)LTOWER43
16789 AVERY LANE (13169)LTOWER43
115 Dunbarton Road (27322)MTOWER15
115 Dunbarton Road (27322)MTOWER15

Fire Stations in Monterey

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Aromas Tri-County Fire Protection District2221 Garden RDCareer831-333-4600
California Forestry2221 Garden RDMostly volunteer831-333-2600
Carmel Highlands Fire Protection District2221 Garden RDCareer831-333-4600
City of Soledad Fire Department2221 Garden RDCareer831-333-4600
Cypress Fire Protection District2221 Garden RDCareer831-333-4600
Mission Soledad Rural Fire Protection District2221 Garden RDVolunteer831-333-4600
Monterey Airport Fire Department200 Fred Kane DRCareer831-648-7008
Monterey Fire Department610 Pacific STCareer831-646-3900
Naval Postgraduate School Fire Department1399 Cunningham RDCareer831-656-2334
Pebble Beach Fire Department2221 Garden RDCareer831-333-4600
South Monterey County Fire Protection District2221 Garden RDVolunteer831-333-4600

Power Plants Near Monterey

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
COMMUNITY HOSP. - MONTEREYNOT AVAILABLE221114-121.9NOT AVAILABLE

Bridges in Monterey

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19689441,000G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19689441,000G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19689429,500G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19689429,500G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete continuous196823329,500G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete196812628,000G
Box Beam (Multiple)Concrete continuous196812428,000G
Box Beam (Multiple)Concrete continuous196812428,000G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete continuous196814728,000G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete continuous196816528,000G
Box Beam (Multiple)Concrete continuous196840328,000G
Box Beam (Multiple)Concrete continuous196834028,000G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete196812628,000G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete196824123,256G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete continuous196725011,118G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete continuous19684918,900G
Box Beam (Multiple)Concrete continuous19681207,400G
Arch (Deck)Concrete19141083,000F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19683601,800G
SlabConcrete continuous19911151,500G
SlabConcrete continuous19911911,500G

Amtrak Stations in Monterey

11 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Carmel, CA3645 Rio RoadBUS
Monterey, CA1 Old Golf Course RoadBUS
Monterey, CA351 Fremont StreetBUS
Monterey, CA500 Tyler Street BUS
Monterey, CA438 Calle PrincipalBUS
Monterey, CA886 Cannery RowBUS
Prunedale, CAHighway 156 and Hwy 101BUS
Salinas, CA110 Salinas StreetBUS
Salinas, CA11 Station PlaceTRAIN
Seaside-Marina, CA5101 4th AvenueTRAIN
Seaside-Sand City, CA949 Playa AvenueBUS

Superfund Sites Near Monterey

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
MONTEREY REGION WASTE MNGMNT14201 DEL MONTE BLVD.MONTEREY

Airports Near Monterey

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Monterey Regional AirportMRYMedium Airport
Salinas Municipal AirportSNSMedium Airport
Bonny Doon Village AirportSmall Airport
Christensen Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Clark Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Frazier Lake AirparkSmall Airport
Hollister Municipal AirportHLISmall Airport
Isabel Valley AirportSmall Airport
Kelcor AirportSmall Airport
Lamascus AirportSmall Airport
Las Trancas AirportSmall Airport
Marina Municipal AirportOARSmall Airport
Metz AirportSmall Airport
Monterey Bay Academy AirportSmall Airport
Reid-Hillview Airport of Santa Clara CountyRHVSmall Airport
San Clemente Rancho AirportSmall Airport
San Martin AirportSmall Airport
Schoonover AirstripSmall Airport
Watsonville Municipal AirportWVISmall Airport

Police Stations in Monterey

8 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Carmel Police Department
Federal Police Station
Marina Police Department211 Hillcrest Avenue
Monterey County Sheriff's Dept
Monterey County Sheriff's Office - Monterey Substation1200 Aguajito Road
Pacific Grove Police Department
Police & Fire Station No 1
Police Service of Salinas

Grocery Stores in Monterey

16 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
7 Eleven 2367-38403a 38403AConvenience Store398 Lighthouse Ave
CVS Pharmacy 9320Other686 Lighthouse Ave
CVS Pharmacy 9802Other2170 Fremont St
Denny's #8541Restaurant Meals Program2137 Fremont St
Denny's #9532Restaurant Meals Program300 Fremont St
Dollar Tree 6178Other2222 N Fremont St
Elroy's Fine FoodsSupermarket15 Soledad Dr
International Market & DeliGrocery Store580 Lighthouse Ave
Jack in the Box #9014Restaurant Meals Program889 Abrego St
Jamba #20Restaurant Meals Program398 Alvarado St
McDonald's #01949Restaurant Meals Program610 Del Monte Ave
Monterey Bay Cfm At MpcFarmers and Markets1410 Del Monte Ctr
Rocket 5686Convenience Store1401 Munras Ave.
Trader Joe's 204Supermarket570 Munras Ave
Walgreens 07081Other416 Alvarado St
Whole Foods Market 10087Super Store800 Del Monte Ctr

Post Offices in Monterey

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Monterey Post Office
The Mailbox

Treatment Centers in Monterey

10 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Community Human Services - Genesis HouseSubstance Abuse831-899-2436
Community Human Services - Off Main ClinicSubstance Abuse831-424-4828
Community Human Services - Outpatient Treatment Center/SalinasSubstance Abuse831-237-7222
Door to Hope - Womens ResidentialSubstance Abuse831-758-0181 x229
Interim IncBoth831-216-1085
Sierra Health and Wellness CenterBoth916-906-1505
Sun Street Centers - Outpatient Recovery ServicesSubstance Abuse831-753-5150
Sun Street Centers - Outpatient Recovery ServicesSubstance Abuse831-753-6001
Sun Street Centers - Residential Recovery ProgramSubstance Abuse831-753-5145 x234
VA Palo Alto Healthcare System - Monterey CBOC (116A/MONT)Both831-884-1000

DOL Wage Violations in Monterey

12 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $1,471,149 in back wages owed to 3,381 employees.

12
Violations
$1,471,149
Back Wages Owed
3,381
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Language Line MAJOR 93940 1 $967,508 $398 2,428
LANGUAGE LINE SERVICES SIGNIFICANT 93940 All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services 2 $251,034 $395 636
Victorian Home Care 93940 2 $97,945 $1,959 50
Care Plus 93940 1 $55,730 $1,052 53
K-Con. Inc. 93943 1 $42,005 $3,500 12
Language Line Solutions 93940 2 $25,476 $142 179
Yao Mei Ling 93940 1 $22,851 $22,851 1
Otto Construction 93940 1 $7,744 $704 11
Cannery Row General Store 93940 1 $319 $159 2
Federal Janitorial-STG, LLC 93944 1 $243 $61 4
Steinbeck's Expresso Bar 93940 1 $202 $67 3
Candy Factory 93940 1 $92 $46 2

Churches & Religious Organizations in Monterey

37 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ALL THINGS NEW COVENANT CHURCH1375 JOSSELYN CANYON RD
ASSOCIATION OF UNITY CHURCHES407 A CALLE PRINCIPAL
BETHLEHEM EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH800 CASS ST
CALVARY CHAPEL HOLLISTER215 W FRANKLIN ST STE 219
CALVARY CHAPEL MONTEREY BAY3001 MONTEREY SALINAS HWY
CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF THE DIOCESE OF MONTEREY485 CHURCH ST
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS424 HERRMANN DR
CENTERS FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING400 W FRANKLIN ST
DHARAM KHAND SIKH ACADEMY117 SPRAY AVENUE
EASTERN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF MONTEREY841 ROSITA RD
EVANGELICAL CHINESE CHURCH468 RAMONA AVE
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF MOMTEREY501 EL DORADO ST
LOGO IPULOTU SOCIETY-SAMOAN CATHOLIC MISSIONPO BOX 1963
MONARCHS CHURCH395 DEL MONTE CENTER 318
MONTEREY ASSEMBLY OF GOD317 VIRGIN ST
MONTEREY CHINESE CHRISTIAN CHURCH INC241 DUNDEE DR
MONTEREY KOREAN METHODIST CHURCH800 CASS ST
MONTEREY PENINSULA BUDDHIST TEMPLEPO BOX 1328
MONTEREY PENINSULA GOSPEL COMMUNITY CHOIRPO BOX 4089
PASS THE WORD MINISTRY INCPO BOX 2394
RESURRECTION CHURCH425 CHURCH ST
ROMAN CATHOLIC BISHOP OF MONTEREY485 CHURCH ST
SAINT MARK COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCHPO BOX 1816
SARANG CHURCH OF MONTEREY381 HIGH ST
SHORELINE COMMUNITY CHURCH OF THE MONTEREY PENINSULA2500 GARDEN RD
ST JAMES EPISCOPAL CHURCH381 HIGH ST
ST JOHNS CHAPEL FOUNDATION1490 MARK THOMAS DR
ST JOHNS EPISCOPAL CHURCH1490 MARK THOMAS DR
ST TIMOTHY LUTHERAN CHURCH52 SOLEDAD DR
STEPHEN MCCLELLAND MINISTRIES INCPO BOX 3001
STONE HARBOR CHURCH32 ALTA MESA CIR
STRENGTHENING THE CHURCHES INC1200 PRESCOTT AVE
THE DIOCESE OF MONTEREY PARISH AND SCHOOL OPERATING CORPORATION485 CHURCH ST
THE ISLAMIC SOCIETY OF MONTEREY COUNTYPO BOX 3021
THE ZAREPHATH FOUNDATION780 ABREGO ST
UNITY CHURCH OF MONTEREY BAY601 MADISON ST
WORSHIP ALLIANCE MINISTRIES1344 JOSSELYN CANYON RD

Explore Near Monterey

UFO Sightings
28
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Historic Markers
13
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Mines
1
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Haunted Places
1
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Frequently Asked Questions About Monterey

What is the population of Monterey?

Monterey has a population of 29,772 residents and is located in California. The population density is 3,442 people per square mile, spread across 8.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.1 years. The population is 50% female and 50% male.

Is Monterey expensive to live in?

Monterey is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 110.7 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $104,110, 39% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $1,003,300 (256% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $2,288 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Monterey safe?

Monterey is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 275 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,441 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Monterey receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Monterey?

Monterey enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 39.

How is the job market in Monterey?

Monterey has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,180. There are 15,844 business establishments in the area, including 1,118 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 20.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Monterey?

The median home value in Monterey is $1,003,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,143,224. For renters, the median monthly rent is $2,288. Fair market rent is $2,232 for a 1-bedroom and $2,684 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 37.9%. The average annual property tax is $9,044.

How are the schools in Monterey?

Schools in Monterey have an average test score of 3.8 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 54.4% of adults in Monterey hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. 24.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Monterey?

The obesity rate in Monterey is 27.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.4% of adults are smokers. 17.1% are physically inactive. 21.2% of residents report depression. 6.3% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 89.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,545.

What is transportation like in Monterey?

The average commute in Monterey is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 58.3% of workers drive alone to work, 3.2% use public transit, and 20.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Monterey?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Monterey is 67% White, 3.3% Black or African American, 2.2% Hispanic or Latino. 76% of residents speak only English at home, while 24% speak Spanish. 7.3% of the population are military veterans. 10.7% of residents have a disability. 94.1% have health insurance coverage.

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