Corvallis, Oregon vs. Modesto, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Modesto, California is 5.3% more expensive than Corvallis, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $89,519 in Modesto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Corvallis, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Modesto, California is more expensive than Corvallis, Oregon
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
44% more expensive in Modesto
than in Corvallis, Oregon
Corvallis, OR vs. Modesto, CA
Compared to Corvallis, Modesto is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.3% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  2.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  38.8% higher
  Commute
  44.4% higher
  Health
  5.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.1% higher