Modesto, California vs. Dodge City, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dodge City, Kansas is 34.8% cheaper than Modesto, California.

You would need a salary of $48,890 in Dodge City, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Modesto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dodge City, Kansas is cheaper than Modesto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% cheaper in Dodge City
than in Modesto, California
Modesto, CA vs. Dodge City, KS
Compared to Modesto, Dodge City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.8% 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
  10.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.3% lower
  Commute
  43.6% lower
  Health
  13.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.6% lower