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HOUSTON vs. MODESTO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Houston, Texas vs Modesto, California

The cost of living in Modesto, California is 20.3% more expensive than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $204,496 in Modesto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.

Comparison highlights

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

Median Home Cost
57% more expensive in Modesto
than in Houston, Texas

Houston, TX vs Modesto, CA

Compared to Houston, Modesto is:

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20.3% higher

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5.9% higher

Housing (Homeowner)

62.2% higher

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

16.1% higher

Commute

4.3% lower

Health

5.4% higher

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Personal

0.8% higher

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