Cost of Living Calculator - Arcata, California vs Modesto, California


The cost of living in Modesto, California is 6.2% more expensive than Arcata, California.

You would need a salary of $53,096 in Modesto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Arcata, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Modesto, California is more expensive than Arcata, California
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
40% more expensive in Modesto
than in Arcata, California
Arcata, CA vs Modesto, CA
Compared to Arcata, Modesto is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.2% 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
  2.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  26.7% higher
  Commute
  40.3% higher
  Health
  14.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.8% higher

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