Modesto, California vs. Abilene, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Abilene, Texas is 31.0% cheaper than Modesto, California.

You would need a salary of $13,803 in Abilene, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Modesto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Abilene, Texas is cheaper than Modesto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% cheaper in Abilene
than in Modesto, California
Modesto, CA vs. Abilene, TX
Compared to Modesto, Abilene is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.0% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  11.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.8% lower
  Commute
  39.9% lower
  Health
  16.4% higher
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  Personal
  6.2% lower
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