Modesto, California vs. Phoenix, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is 5.4% cheaper than Modesto, California.

You would need a salary of $47,302 in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Modesto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is cheaper than Modesto, California
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
20% cheaper in Phoenix
than in Modesto, California
Modesto, CA vs. Phoenix, AZ
Compared to Modesto, Phoenix is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.4% 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
  6.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.1% lower
  Commute
  3.5% higher
  Health
  7.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.1% lower