Modesto, California vs. Sandpoint, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Sandpoint, Idaho is 11.0% cheaper than Modesto, California.

You would need a salary of $89,034 in Sandpoint, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Modesto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sandpoint, Idaho is cheaper than Modesto, California
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
41% cheaper in Sandpoint
than in Modesto, California
Modesto, CA vs. Sandpoint, ID
Compared to Modesto, Sandpoint is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.0% 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
  3.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  25.0% lower
  Commute
  41.2% lower
  Health
  4.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.6% lower