Cost of Living Calculator - Modesto, California vs Independence, Missouri


The cost of living in Independence, Missouri is 25.6% cheaper than Modesto, California.

You would need a salary of $38,710 in Independence, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Modesto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Independence, Missouri is cheaper than Modesto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Independence
than in Modesto, California
Modesto, CA vs Independence, MO
Compared to Modesto, Independence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.6% 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
  8.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.9% lower
  Commute
  19.0% lower
  Health
  2.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.3% higher

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