Port Townsend, Washington vs. Modesto, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Modesto, California is 4.9% more expensive than Port Townsend, Washington.

You would need a salary of $78,699 in Modesto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Port Townsend, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Modesto, California is more expensive than Port Townsend, Washington
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
69% more expensive in Modesto
than in Port Townsend, Washington
Port Townsend, WA vs. Modesto, CA
Compared to Port Townsend, Modesto is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.9% 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
  1.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  69.4% higher
  Commute
  34.0% higher
  Health
  11.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.4% lower