Modesto, California vs. Costa Mesa, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Costa Mesa, California is 54.7% more expensive than Modesto, California.

You would need a salary of $123,795 in Costa Mesa, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Modesto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Costa Mesa, California is more expensive than Modesto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
181% more expensive in Costa Mesa
than in Modesto, California
Modesto, CA vs. Costa Mesa, CA
Compared to Modesto, Costa Mesa is:
  Homeowner
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  54.7% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  162.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  19.3% lower
  Commute
  6.4% lower
  Health
  6.8% lower
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  Personal
  4.2% higher
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