Modesto, California vs. Olympia, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Olympia, Washington is 2.6% cheaper than Modesto, California.

You would need a salary of $71,094 in Olympia, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Modesto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olympia, Washington is cheaper than Modesto, California
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
33% cheaper in Olympia
than in Modesto, California
Modesto, CA vs. Olympia, WA
Compared to Modesto, Olympia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.6% 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
  2.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  33.6% lower
  Commute
  20.0% lower
  Health
  13.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.3% lower