Modesto, California vs. Elyria, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Elyria, Ohio is 34.4% cheaper than Modesto, California.

You would need a salary of $49,217 in Elyria, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Modesto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elyria, Ohio is cheaper than Modesto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
60% cheaper in Elyria
than in Modesto, California
Modesto, CA vs. Elyria, OH
Compared to Modesto, Elyria is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.4% 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
  8.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  65.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.9% lower
  Commute
  37.1% lower
  Health
  15.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% lower