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SACRAMENTO vs. MODESTO
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Sacramento, California vs. Modesto, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Modesto, California is
5.5%
cheaper
than Sacramento, California.
You would need a salary of
$47,245
in Modesto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Sacramento, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Modesto, California is
cheaper
than Sacramento, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
8% cheaper in Modesto
than in Sacramento, California
Sacramento, CA vs. Modesto, CA
Compared to Sacramento, Modesto is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
5.5% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
0.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
8.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
13.8% higher
Commute
5.9% lower
Health
3.7% lower
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
4.6% lower
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