The true cost of living isn’t one bill — it’s all of them.

That’s why understanding the full picture matters — and why the Compare-the-Cost Calculator exists. It’s designed to answer the question families ask most: “How much is life costing me right now, and how much would it cost to live here?”

At MonteCedro, your monthly rate brings many of those separate bills together into one predictable amount.

These are also key reasons why rates differ across communities, including residence size and the specific amenities offered at each location, especially dining plans.

The Compare-the-Cost Calculator makes all this transparent. Enter your monthly expenses (including groceries and dining out), select your residence type, and you’ll see a clear side-by-side comparison of:

• Your current monthly living costs
• Average living costs in your area
• The all-inclusive monthly rate at ECS

Most families are surprised to discover that the combined cost of staying in their current home is often equal to or even higher than living in a Life Plan Community.