Modesto, California vs. Idaho Falls, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Idaho Falls, Idaho is 19.0% cheaper than Modesto, California.

You would need a salary of $76,976 in Idaho Falls, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Modesto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Idaho Falls, Idaho is cheaper than Modesto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
11% cheaper in Idaho Falls
than in Modesto, California
Modesto, CA vs. Idaho Falls, ID
Compared to Modesto, Idaho Falls is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.0% 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
  12.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  32.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.6% lower
  Commute
  34.7% lower
  Health
  8.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.0% lower