Cost of Living Calculator - Modesto, California vs Minot, North Dakota


The cost of living in Minot, North Dakota is 26.1% cheaper than Modesto, California.

You would need a salary of $36,945 in Minot, North Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Modesto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Minot, North Dakota is cheaper than Modesto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% cheaper in Minot
than in Modesto, California
Modesto, CA vs Minot, ND
Compared to Modesto, Minot is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.1% 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
  2.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.9% lower
  Commute
  37.4% lower
  Health
  8.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% higher

The premier source for comprehensive city data for over 30 years.

© Best Places. All rights reserved.