Cost of Living Calculator - Modesto, California vs Waco, Texas


The cost of living in Waco, Texas is 31.3% cheaper than Modesto, California.

You would need a salary of $59,060 in Waco, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Modesto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waco, Texas is cheaper than Modesto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% cheaper in Waco
than in Modesto, California
Modesto, CA vs Waco, TX
Compared to Modesto, Waco is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.3% 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
  11.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.2% lower
  Commute
  36.5% lower
  Health
  0.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.2% lower

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