List of towns and cities in Monterey County, California

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Monterey County, located on the central coast of California, is renowned for its spectacular natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. The county is home to the iconic Monterey Bay Aquarium, offering a fascinating glimpse into the diverse marine life of the region. Additionally, the historic Cannery Row, once made famous by author John Steinbeck, is now a vibrant waterfront district lined with shops, restaurants, and galleries. Visitors can explore the rugged coastline of Big Sur, visit the historic missions, or enjoy outdoor activities at the Pinnacles National Park. The annual Monterey Jazz Festival is a celebrated event that attracts music enthusiasts from around the world.

Monterey County (CA) Statistics

Number of cities/towns/villages1
Population30,218
Area12 sq mi
Density2518 /sq mi
Altitude26 ft
Median Household Income$72,209
Poverty rate9%
Unemployment rate6%
Educational Attainment (Bachelor's Degree or higher)47%

Environmental risk in Monterey County, CA

Overall riskRelatively High
Expected Annual LossRelatively High
Social VulnerabilityVery High
Community ResilienceRelatively Low
Avalanche RiskNot Applicable
Coastal Flooding RiskRelatively Low
Cold Wave RiskNo Rating
Drought RiskRelatively High
Earthquake RiskRelatively High
Hail RiskVery Low
Heat Wave RiskRelatively Moderate
Hurricane RiskNot Applicable
Ice Storm RiskNot Applicable
Landslide RiskVery High
Lightning RiskRelatively Low
Riverine Flooding RiskRelatively High
Strong Wind RiskVery Low
Tornado RiskRelatively Low
Tsunami RiskRelatively Moderate
Volcanic Activity RiskNot Applicable
Wildfire RiskRelatively High
Winter Weather RiskVery Low

Data obtained from the FEMA National Risk Index.

Monterey County administration contact details

Monterey County administration contact details 168 West Alisal Street, Salinas, CA 93901
County Seat Salinas
Phone number (831) 755-5066
Email address Na
Official Website https://www.co.monterey.ca.us
County Clerk Gina Martinez
County Auditor Mike Miller
County Fiscal Officer Na
County Permits Office or Building Department Contact Details (831) 755-5027
County Commissioner John Phillips
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Find below the complete list of cities and towns in Monterey County:

  • SALINAS

    Salinas is a City in Monterey county with -200 000 inhabitants.

  • SEASIDE

    Seaside is a City in Monterey county with -40 000 inhabitants.

  • MONTEREY

    Monterey is a City in Monterey county with -30 000 inhabitants.

  • SOLEDAD

    Soledad is a City in Monterey county with -30 000 inhabitants.

  • MARINA

    Marina is a City in Monterey county with -20 000 inhabitants.

  • GREENFIELD

    Greenfield is a City in Monterey county with -20 000 inhabitants.

  • PACIFIC GROVE

    Pacific Grove is a City in Monterey county with -20 000 inhabitants.

  • KING CITY

    King City is a City in Monterey county with -15 000 inhabitants.

  • GONZALES

    Gonzales is a City in Monterey county with -10 000 inhabitants.

  • CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA

    Carmel-by-the-Sea is a City in Monterey county with -4 000 inhabitants.

  • DEL REY OAKS

    Del Rey Oaks is a City in Monterey county with -2 000 inhabitants.

  • SAND CITY

    Sand City is a City in Monterey county with -500 inhabitants.

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