Modesto, California vs. Springfield, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Springfield, Illinois is 34.4% cheaper than Modesto, California.

You would need a salary of $32,811 in Springfield, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Modesto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Springfield, Illinois is cheaper than Modesto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% cheaper in Springfield
than in Modesto, California
Modesto, CA vs. Springfield, IL
Compared to Modesto, Springfield is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.4% 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
  9.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  65.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.6% lower
  Commute
  38.5% lower
  Health
  11.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.8% lower

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