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MODESTO vs. SAN FRANCISCO
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Modesto, California vs. San Francisco, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in San Francisco, California is
112.4%
more expensive
than Modesto, California.
You would need a salary of
$169,887
in San Francisco, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Modesto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Francisco, California is
more expensive
than Modesto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
217% more expensive in San Francisco
than in Modesto, California
Modesto, CA vs. San Francisco, CA
Compared to Modesto, San Francisco is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
112.4% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
12.2% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
358.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
12.9% lower
Commute
38.9% higher
Health
14.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
19.1% higher
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