Richardson, Texas vs. Modesto, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Modesto, California is 2.9% more expensive than Richardson, Texas.

You would need a salary of $51,432 in Modesto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Richardson, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Modesto, California is more expensive than Richardson, Texas
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
10% more expensive in Modesto
than in Richardson, Texas
Richardson, TX vs. Modesto, CA
Compared to Richardson, Modesto is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.9% higher
      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
  2.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.9% higher
  Commute
  1.5% higher
  Health
  2.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% lower