Indianapolis, Indiana vs. Modesto, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Modesto, California is 35.3% more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $99,391 in Modesto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Modesto, California is more expensive than Indianapolis, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% more expensive in Modesto
than in Indianapolis, Indiana
Indianapolis, IN vs. Modesto, CA
Compared to Indianapolis, Modesto is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.3% 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
  11.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  110.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.2% higher
  Commute
  25.4% higher
  Health
  0.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.2% higher