Iowa City, Iowa vs. Modesto, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Modesto, California is 31.8% more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $98,825 in Modesto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Modesto, California is more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% more expensive in Modesto
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Modesto, CA
Compared to Iowa City, Modesto is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.8% 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
  4.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  34.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.3% higher
  Commute
  66.3% higher
  Health
  3.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% lower

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