Median Age
39 Years
Largest Age Group
25-34 Years
Approximately 18% of Residents
Under 20
19%
Over 65
21%
Monterey
Monterey, CA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,201
Population
31,671
Renter Mix
66% Rent
Wildlife, fantastic beaches, historic sites, a great downtown -- Monterey has it all.
Beachfront
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California Coast
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Monterey Bay
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College Town
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Historic
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Fun-Filled
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Outdoor Adventure
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Monterey, situated on California's Central Coast, combines coastal beauty with historical significance. Housing options range from historic adobes in Old Monterey to apartments near Cannery Row, with one-bedroom units averaging $2,106 per month, reflecting a 1.9% annual increase. The Monterey Bay Aquarium stands at the heart of Cannery Row, while downtown features preserved Spanish colonial architecture. Residents enjoy the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, where sea otters, seals, and migrating whales can be spotted from coastal paths and beaches.
The city's distinct neighborhoods, including New Monterey and Del Monte, connect residents to both city conveniences and coastal attractions. As home to the Naval Postgraduate School and Defense Language Institute, Monterey serves as an international education hub. The city celebrates arts and culture through events like the Monterey Jazz Festival and honors its literary heritage, particularly its connection to John Steinbeck. Recreation opportunities abound at Lake El Estero and along the Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail. The Mediterranean climate, with average highs from 58°F in winter to 68°F in summer, supports outdoor activities throughout the year.
Explore the City
Chasing the sun golden kiss at Del Monte Sand Beach in Monterey, CA.
Taking in the vast view of Monterey Bay in Monterey, CA.
Monterey High School: Shaping futures, inspiring excellence in Monterey, CA.
Del Monte is close to numerous restaurants full of character.
Friends enjoy a drink at a brewery on Broadway in Del Monte.
Diners pack the cool Googie Grill near Del Monte.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$92,198
Average: $117,880
Education
14,668
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
13,848
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Monterey has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
66%
Non-Renters
34%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
40%
Other Education
60%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Monterey, CA is $1,818 for a studio, $2,194 for one bedroom, $2,929 for two bedrooms, and $3,246 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Monterey has decreased by -1.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,194/month
614 Sq Ft
House
$4,679/month
1,200 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Monterey, CA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-12
101 Students
Public
Grades K-8
689 Students
Public
Grades K-8
688 Students
Public
Grades K-5
299 Students
Public
Grades K-8
477 Students
Public
Grades K-12
101 Students
Public
Grades K-8
689 Students
Public
Grades K-8
688 Students
Public
Grades K-8
477 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
569 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,401 Students
Public
Grades K-12
101 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Monterey State Beach
- Monterey County Youth Museum
- Monterey State Historic Park
- Monterey Maritime Museum
- Jack's Peak County Park
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Monterey Regional
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.