salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$2,339
$1,988
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,738
$1,761
💵 Families earn per year
$84,235
$86,162
🔑 Buying a house
$373,500
$442,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.3
104.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,176
$2,835
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$166
👥 People living there
215,536
219,215
Commute to work
29.9 min
30.2 min
College degree
26.9%
21.2%
Own their home
77.2%
58.9%
Below poverty line
10.7%
13.3%
Unemployment
3.8%
7.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Cape Coral for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
- Pick Modesto for lower rent, higher incomes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cape Coral | Modesto | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $60,470 | $101,640 | +68% in Modesto |
| Registered Nurse | $82,860 | $132,590 | +60% in Modesto |
| Carpenter | $49,210 | $73,730 | +50% in Modesto |
| Dental Hygienist | $91,120 | $123,910 | +36% in Modesto |
| Nurse Practitioner | $129,670 | $173,380 | +34% in Modesto |
| Electrician | $57,930 | $76,710 | +32% in Modesto |
| Firefighter | $60,000 | $77,370 | +29% in Modesto |
| Police Officer | $76,710 | $98,230 | +28% in Modesto |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cape Coral or Modesto cheaper to live in?
Cape Coral and Modesto cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Modesto to match $60,000 in Cape Coral?
About $61,031 a year gives the same standard of living in Modesto.
Where do people earn more, Cape Coral or Modesto?
The typical household earns $84,235 in Cape Coral and $86,162 in Modesto, 2% more in Modesto.