Seattle, Washington vs. Modesto, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Modesto, California is 31.5% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $34,237 in Modesto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Modesto, California is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% cheaper in Modesto
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Modesto, CA
Compared to Seattle, Modesto is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  4.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  62.8% higher
  Commute
  17.2% lower
  Health
  13.6% higher
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  Personal
  15.7% lower
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