Nomad Watch

About Santa Monica

Santa Monica is a top pick for digital nomads 🌴💻 with reliable Wi‑Fi, plenty of coworking spaces, and a walkable beachside vibe. You’ll find great cafes, strong transit links, and easy access to LA’s tech and creative scene. It’s lively, pricey, and sunny almost year-round—ideal if you want work-life balance by the ocean. 🌊☀️

Through the year

Best in July (61) · now 60
0° 10° 20° 30° Jan: 81 mm Feb: 105 mm Mar: 84 mm Apr: 10 mm May: 6 mm Jun: 8 mm Jul: 1 mm Aug: 16 mm Sep: 16 mm Oct: 14 mm Nov: 47 mm Dec: 121 mm Jan: 18°C / 7°C Feb: 19°C / 8°C Mar: 18°C / 8°C Apr: 21°C / 10°C May: 22°C / 12°C Jun: 25°C / 14°C Jul: 27°C / 16°C Aug: 29°C / 17°C Sep: 28°C / 17°C Oct: 25°C / 13°C Nov: 22°C / 10°C Dec: 18°C / 8°C Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Average high and low, °C Rainfall, mm

Key scores

Cost of Living 2.2
Internet Speed 9.0
Digital Nomad Popularity 7.0
Safety 7.4
Weather 8.7
Accommodation Cost 1.6
Nomad Friendly 7.2
Female Friendly 8.1
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Quick costs

Quick costs in Santa Monica
ItemCost
Apartment (1 bedroom) $2,800.00 per month
Coworking Space $250.00 per month
Coffee $5.50 per cup
Beer $7.50 per pint
Meal (Inexpensive) $17.00 per meal
Monthly Transport Pass $70.00 per month
Mobile Plan $55.00 per month
Internet (60 Mbps+) $70.00 per month

Other cities in United States

Other cities in United States
# City Cost / mo Score Compare
1 New York $7,270 6.7 Compare
2 Miami $6,635 6.7 Compare
3 Austin $5,545 6.7 Compare
4 Denver $5,335 6.7 Compare

Nearby destinations

Nearby destinations
# City Country Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Santa Barbara US United States $5,560 6.1 Compare
2 Palm Springs US United States $3,650 5.9 Compare
3 San Diego US United States $6,665 6.6 Compare
4 Los Angeles US United States $5,965 6.5 Compare

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