Monterey, CA
MoveScore 65 out of 100 (Fair) · 3 of 6 federal sources
Score Breakdown
Each sub-score is normalized to 0-100. Missing sub-scores are skipped, not penalized.
What the Federal Data Says
Air (EPA AQS)
Grade: C
Median AQI: 42
Unhealthy days (5-yr): 17
Schools (NCES / EDFacts)
Average score: 69 (B)
Top-rated schools tracked: 1
Hospitals (CMS HCAHPS)
Average quality rating: 3.0 / 5
Hospitals tracked: 1
Other Cities in California
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MoveScore of Monterey, CA?
Monterey has a MoveScore of 65 out of 100 (grade C, Fair). The score averages 3 of six federal livability dimensions with equal weight.
Where does the Monterey data come from?
Monterey sub-scores come from federal government sources: the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting program for crime, EPA SDWIS for water safety, EPA AQS for air quality, NCES CCD and EDFacts for schools, Census ASPEP for municipal fiscal health, and CMS HCAHPS for hospital quality.
How are schools in Monterey?
Public schools in Monterey average a score of 69 (grade B) based on NCES and EDFacts assessment and enrollment data. 1 top-rated schools are tracked in the city.
What is the air quality in Monterey?
Monterey air quality is graded C by the EPA Air Quality System, with a median AQI of 42 and 17 unhealthy air days recorded over the last five years.
Sub-scores are normalized to 0-100 and averaged with equal weight. Missing sources are skipped. A composite requires at least three of the six sub-scores.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (cost), Census Bureau ACS, FBI UCR, NOAA, 2026.