Pahrump, Nevada vs. Modesto, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Modesto, California is 19.8% more expensive than Pahrump, Nevada.

You would need a salary of $59,906 in Modesto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Pahrump, Nevada.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Modesto, California is more expensive than Pahrump, Nevada
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
18% more expensive in Modesto
than in Pahrump, Nevada
Pahrump, NV vs. Modesto, CA
Compared to Pahrump, Modesto is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.8% higher
      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
  3.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  60.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.9% higher
  Commute
  19.5% higher
  Health
  14.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% higher