Cost of Living Calculator - Modesto, California vs Malta, Idaho


The cost of living in Malta, Idaho is 25.0% cheaper than Modesto, California.

You would need a salary of $37,511 in Malta, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Modesto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Malta, Idaho is cheaper than Modesto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
13% cheaper in Malta
than in Modesto, California
Modesto, CA vs Malta, ID
Compared to Modesto, Malta is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.0% 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
  13.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  40.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.8% lower
  Commute
  42.6% lower
  Health
  8.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.8% lower

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