salaryModesto is 4% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Modesto to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,666
$1,988
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,761
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$86,162
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$442,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
104.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$2,835
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$166
👥 People living there
236,254
219,215
Commute to work
26.2 min
30.2 min
College degree
77.1%
21.2%
Own their home
41.3%
58.9%
Below poverty line
7.4%
13.3%
Unemployment
3.3%
7.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Modesto for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Modesto | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $104,330 | -33% in Modesto |
| Registered Nurse | $102,710 | $132,590 | +29% in Modesto |
| Nurse Practitioner | $134,840 | $173,380 | +29% in Modesto |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $101,640 | +28% in Modesto |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $34,910 | -24% in Modesto |
| Software Developer | $154,930 | $119,770 | -23% in Modesto |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,040 | $99,760 | -21% in Modesto |
| Carpenter | $60,800 | $73,730 | +21% in Modesto |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Modesto cheaper to live in?
Modesto is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,988 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Modesto to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $57,368 a year gives the same standard of living in Modesto.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Modesto?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $86,162 in Modesto, 78% more in Arlington.