Manhattan, New York vs. Modesto, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Modesto, California is 48.1% cheaper than Manhattan, New York.

You would need a salary of $25,949 in Modesto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Manhattan, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Modesto, California is cheaper than Manhattan, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% cheaper in Modesto
than in Manhattan, New York
Manhattan, NY vs. Modesto, CA
Compared to Manhattan, Modesto is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  48.1% lower
      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
  13.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  75.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  25.5% lower
  Commute
  29.3% lower
  Health
  19.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  32.3% lower