Modesto, California vs. Bowling Green, Kentucky

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bowling Green, Kentucky is 26.4% cheaper than Modesto, California.

You would need a salary of $18,407 in Bowling Green, Kentucky to maintain the standard of living you have in Modesto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bowling Green, Kentucky is cheaper than Modesto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% cheaper in Bowling Green
than in Modesto, California
Modesto, CA vs. Bowling Green, KY
Compared to Modesto, Bowling Green is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.4% lower
      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
  6.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.0% lower
  Commute
  31.8% lower
  Health
  15.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.4% lower