Cost of Living Calculator - Modesto, California vs Lake Havasu City, Arizona


The cost of living in Lake Havasu City, Arizona is 6.0% cheaper than Modesto, California.

You would need a salary of $70,496 in Lake Havasu City, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Modesto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Havasu City, Arizona is cheaper than Modesto, California
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
40% cheaper in Lake Havasu City
than in Modesto, California
Modesto, CA vs Lake Havasu City, AZ
Compared to Modesto, Lake Havasu City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.0% 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
  5.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.0% lower
  Commute
  29.1% lower
  Health
  30.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% lower

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