Rock Island, Illinois vs. Modesto, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Modesto, California is 59.1% more expensive than Rock Island, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $119,356 in Modesto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Rock Island, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Modesto, California is more expensive than Rock Island, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
247% more expensive in Modesto
than in Rock Island, Illinois
Rock Island, IL vs. Modesto, CA
Compared to Rock Island, Modesto is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  59.1% 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
  12.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  269.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.9% higher
  Commute
  46.6% higher
  Health
  6.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% higher