Modesto, California vs. Fruitland, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fruitland, Idaho is 21.3% cheaper than Modesto, California.

You would need a salary of $39,339 in Fruitland, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Modesto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fruitland, Idaho is cheaper than Modesto, California
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
50% cheaper in Fruitland
than in Modesto, California
Modesto, CA vs. Fruitland, ID
Compared to Modesto, Fruitland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.3% 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
  11.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  27.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.3% lower
  Commute
  36.6% lower
  Health
  2.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.3% lower