Cost of Living Calculator - Zachary, Louisiana vs Modesto, California


The cost of living in Modesto, California is 17.8% more expensive than Zachary, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $88,388 in Modesto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Zachary, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Modesto, California is more expensive than Zachary, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% more expensive in Modesto
than in Zachary, Louisiana
Zachary, LA vs Modesto, CA
Compared to Zachary, Modesto is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.8% 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
  6.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  56.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  26.3% higher
  Commute
  8.9% lower
  Health
  13.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.1% higher

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