Modesto, California vs. Prescott Valley, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Prescott Valley, Arizona is 5.5% cheaper than Modesto, California.

You would need a salary of $47,258 in Prescott Valley, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Modesto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Prescott Valley, Arizona is cheaper than Modesto, California
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
26% cheaper in Prescott Valley
than in Modesto, California
Modesto, CA vs. Prescott Valley, AZ
Compared to Modesto, Prescott Valley is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.5% 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
  6.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.2% lower
  Commute
  24.0% lower
  Health
  29.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.5% lower