Just like the rest of California, Monterey is pretty expensive. In fact, it is probably more expensive than you expect, seeing as the prices in Monterey rival those in LA. Monterey is as much as 13% more expensive than the state average! In some areas, Monterey is more or less equal to the rest of the state.

Why is it so cold in Monterey?

Monterey Bays submarine canyon, which reaches depths two miles below sea level—a distance comparable to those the Grand Canyon descends on land—also helps produce the areas cool climate. The dense, cold water in the Bays underwater abyss is cycled to the surface by a process known as upwelling.

Is it safe to drive to Monterey?

COVID-19 Restrictions Lifted Monterey County is open and welcoming travelers to explore its awe-inspiring Central Coast destination safely and responsibly with some restrictions in place. For additional health guidance and frequently asked questions when planning a trip to Monterey County, visit here.

Is there crime in Monterey?

With a crime rate of 38 per one thousand residents, Monterey has one of the highest crime rates in America compared to all communities of all sizes - from the smallest towns to the very largest cities. Ones chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime here is one in 26.

What is so special about Big Sur?

Big Sur has been called the longest and most scenic stretch of undeveloped coastline in the contiguous United States, a sublime national treasure that demands extraordinary procedures to protect it from development, and one of the most beautiful coastlines anywhere in the world, an isolated stretch of road, mythic