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MODESTO vs. PHOENIX
Cost of Living Comparison
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Modesto, California vs. Phoenix, Arizona
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is
5.4%
cheaper
than Modesto, California.
You would need a salary of
$60,547
in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Modesto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is
cheaper
than Modesto, California
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
20% cheaper in Phoenix
than in Modesto, California
Modesto, CA vs. Phoenix, AZ
Compared to Modesto, Phoenix is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
5.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
6.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
20.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.1% lower
Commute
3.5% higher
Health
7.7% lower
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
1.1% lower
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