Modesto, California vs. Albany, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, Oregon is 12.6% cheaper than Modesto, California.

You would need a salary of $43,690 in Albany, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Modesto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, Oregon is cheaper than Modesto, California
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
26% cheaper in Albany
than in Modesto, California
Modesto, CA vs. Albany, OR
Compared to Modesto, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.6% 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
  3.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  26.4% lower
  Commute
  25.9% lower
  Health
  4.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.6% lower