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SANTA CRUZ vs. MODESTO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Santa Cruz, California vs Modesto, California
The cost of living in Modesto, California is
43.5%
cheaper
than Santa Cruz, California.
You would need a salary of
$31,054
in Modesto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Cruz, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Modesto, California is
cheaper
than Santa Cruz, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% cheaper in Modesto
than in Santa Cruz, California
Santa Cruz, CA vs Modesto, CA
Compared to Santa Cruz, Modesto is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
43.5% lower
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
6.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
66.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
19.8% higher
Commute
3.1% higher
Health
8.2% lower
Taxes
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Personal
3.2% lower
Cost of Food
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