Modesto, California vs. Odessa, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Odessa, Texas is 26.7% cheaper than Modesto, California.

You would need a salary of $36,641 in Odessa, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Modesto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Odessa, Texas is cheaper than Modesto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Odessa
than in Modesto, California
Modesto, CA vs. Odessa, TX
Compared to Modesto, Odessa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.7% 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)
  42.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.2% lower
  Commute
  26.9% lower
  Health
  12.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.7% lower