Head-to-Head Institutional Econometric Comparison
San Diego Zoo vs. Monterey Bay Aquarium
Comparing San Diego, CA against Monterey, CA on Value Scores, ticket prices, median dwell depth, crowd congestion, and Form 990 endowments.
San Diego, CA • Est. 1916
82.8/100San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance
World-Renowned 100-Acre Wildlife Sanctuary in Balboa Park
Adult Admission$72
Median Dwell4.8 Hours
Net Endowment$380.0M
Annual Visitors4.0M
Monterey, CA • Est. 1984
83.4/100Monterey Bay Aquarium
Ocean Conservation, Living Kelp Forests & Sea Otter Sanctuaries
Adult Admission$65
Median Dwell3.6 Hours
Net Endowment$390.0M
Annual Visitors1.8M
Direct Side-by-Side Dimension Matrix
| Metric / Dimension | San Diego Zoo | Monterey Bay Aquarium |
|---|---|---|
| Bang-for-Buck Value Score | 82.8/100 | 83.4/100 |
| General Adult Admission | $72 | $65 |
| Median Visitor Dwell Time | 4.8 Hours | 3.6 Hours |
| IRS Form 990 Net Endowment | $380.0M | $390.0M |
| Onsite Parking Fee | Free | $20 |
| Average Meal/Snack Basket | $19/person | $24/person |
| Civic Free Days Policy | Kids Free in October; Seniors Free in February; free parking in all Balboa Park lots. | Free to Low-Income Families through the Free to Wonder community partner pass program. |