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CHICAGO vs. MODESTO
Cost of Living Comparison

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Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs Modesto, California

The cost of living in Modesto, California is 7.0% more expensive than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $53,492 in Modesto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Modesto, California is more expensive than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
37% more expensive in Modesto
than in Chicago, Illinois

Chicago, IL vs Modesto, CA

Compared to Chicago, Modesto is:

Homeowner

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7.0% higher

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6.9% higher

Housing (Homeowner)

31.3% higher

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

20.7% higher

Commute

17.8% lower

Health

13.9% higher

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Personal

5.7% lower

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