Albany, New York vs. Modesto, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Modesto, California is 19.1% more expensive than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $89,301 in Modesto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Modesto, California is more expensive than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% more expensive in Modesto
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Modesto, CA
Compared to Albany, Modesto is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.1% 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
  3.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  63.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.8% higher
  Commute
  30.0% higher
  Health
  14.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.9% lower