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SAN FRANCISCO vs. MODESTO
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San Francisco, California vs. Modesto, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Modesto, California is
52.9%
cheaper
than San Francisco, California.
You would need a salary of
$30,609
in Modesto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in San Francisco, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Modesto, California is
cheaper
than San Francisco, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
68% cheaper in Modesto
than in San Francisco, California
San Francisco, CA vs. Modesto, CA
Compared to San Francisco, Modesto is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
52.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
10.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
78.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
14.9% higher
Commute
28.0% lower
Health
12.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
16.0% lower
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