Modesto, California vs. Stevensville, Montana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Stevensville, Montana is 4.4% cheaper than Modesto, California.

You would need a salary of $86,005 in Stevensville, Montana to maintain the standard of living you have in Modesto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Stevensville, Montana is cheaper than Modesto, California
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
35% cheaper in Stevensville
than in Modesto, California
Modesto, CA vs. Stevensville, MT
Compared to Modesto, Stevensville is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.4% 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
  2.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.4% lower
  Commute
  30.6% lower
  Health
  1.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.4% lower