Santa Monica
United States, North America
0.1M people
America/Los_Angeles
English
Beach City
Coastal City
Santa Monica
A coastal city in California known for its beaches, pier, and vibrant atmosphere.
Tourist Destination
Safety
85
Security
Very Safe
Cost
150
Living costs
Very Expensive
Healthcare
90
Medical
Excellent
24°
L: 16°
Best time to visitSeptember
Annual rainfall
380mmCost of Living
150
Overall Cost
Very Expensive
180
Rent Index
Very Expensive
110
Groceries
Very Expensive
130
Restaurants
Very Expensive
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$2,500
City center
3 Bedroom
$5,000
City center
Cost vs Global Average100% higher
Quality of LifeLarge expat community
88
Overall Quality Score
Outstanding quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
88
Outstanding
Excellent88
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
90
Outstanding
Excellent90
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
95
Outstanding
Excellent95
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
92
Outstanding
Excellent92
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
100
Outstanding
Excellent100
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 90/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 95/100
Entertainment
92/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & EconomyNomad Friendly🌐
AVERAGE
$70K
Annual Salary
SPEED
150
Mbps Internet
SPACES
20
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
85
out of 100
Excellent85
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
90
out of 100
Excellent90
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
88
out of 100
Excellent88
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
40h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
90
Excellent
Excellent90
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
120
Expensive
Bad100
System Overview
System Type
Private
Emergency Number
911
Hospital Density
200
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
80
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Excellent94
Good health outcomes
Safety & Security
Overall SafetyVery Safe
Score: 85/100
Crime Rate IndexVery Low
Index: 15/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability95/100
Emergency
911
Disaster Risk
Low
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
90
Health Index
LIFESPAN
80
Years
HOSPITALS
200
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
40
Fair
Poor40
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
70
Good
Good70
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
40
Fair
Poor40
Air Quality Index
Moderate air quality
60
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$100
Public Transport
PER LITER
$1.20
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$3.00
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
70
Good
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
85
Excellent
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
30
Fair
Nearby Airports
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
70
Good
Good70
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
85
Excellent
Excellent85
Traffic Congestion
High
70 Index
Good70
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$100
per month
Fuel
$1.2
per liter
Taxi
$3
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
10
Schools
MONTHLY
$2,000
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
90
Excellent
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
85
Excellent
Major Universities
UCLA
Higher education institution
Santa Monica College
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Excellent
90
Excellent90
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
90
Excellent90
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
95
Excellent95
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
92
Excellent92
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
88
Excellent88
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
High
100
Excellent100
Language Barrier
Low
5
Bad5
Expat Community
Community Size
Large
Integration Score
80
Excellent80
Digital Nomad GuideNomad Friendly
150 Mbps
Internet Speed
20
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure95/100
Visa Process90/100
Banking & Finance95/100
Avg Salary
$70,000
Work Hours/Week
40h
Internet Cost
$70/month
Visa Info
US visa requirements apply.
Business Freedom88/100
Expat Life & Integration
Large Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease80/100
Language BarrierMinimal Barrier
Score: 5/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency100/100
Cultural Diversity90/100
Official Languages
English
Tipping Culture
Customary (15-20%)
Weekend Culture
Relaxed beach atmosphere, outdoor activities, dining and nightlife.
Practical Information
Time Zone
America/Los_Angeles
Languages
English
Emergency
911
Healthcare System
Private
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Customary (15-20%)
Weekend Culture
Relaxed beach atmosphere, outdoor activities, dining and nightlife.
Best Time to Visit
September
October
May
June
Natural Disaster Risk
Low
Visa Requirements
US visa requirements apply.
Key Statistics
0.1M
Population
150
Cost Index
150 Mbps
Internet
$2.5K
1BR Rent
70
Transport
$70K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
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🥂 Dinner for 2
—
🥪 Fast Food Meal
—
🍻 Beer (0.5L)
—
☕ Cappuccino
—
🥤 Coke (0.5L)
—
🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
—
🎟️ Monthly Pass
—
🚕 Taxi (8km)
—
⛽ Gas (1L)
—
🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
—
🏡 1BR Outside
—
🏙️ 3BR City Center
—
🏡 3BR Outside
—
🔌 Utilities (1 person)
—
🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
—
🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
—
🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
—
🍚 Rice (1kg)
—
🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
—
🧀 Cheese (1kg)
—
🐔 Chicken (1kg)
—
🥩 Beef (1kg)
—
🍏 Apples (1kg)
—
💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
—
🎫 Cinema Ticket
—
👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
—
💇 Haircut
—
👖 Jeans
—
👟 Sneakers
—
👶 Daycare (Monthly)
—
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
—
📍 Location & Places
Universities
UCLA
Nearby location
Santa Monica College
Nearby location
Airports
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Nearby location
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