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
$2,065
$1,988
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,127
$1,761
💵 Families earn per year
$102,153
$86,162
🔑 Buying a house
$616,000
$442,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.8
104.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,751
$2,835
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$166
👥 People living there
718,877
219,215
Commute to work
24.9 min
30.2 min
College degree
56.5%
21.2%
Own their home
48.8%
58.9%
Below poverty line
11.2%
13.3%
Unemployment
4.9%
7.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Denver 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 | Denver | Modesto | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,910 | $101,640 | +32% in Modesto |
| Registered Nurse | $101,130 | $132,590 | +31% in Modesto |
| Nurse Practitioner | $134,040 | $173,380 | +29% in Modesto |
| Market Research Analyst | $99,040 | $71,600 | -28% in Modesto |
| Operations Manager | $142,330 | $104,330 | -27% in Modesto |
| Physician Assistant | $134,540 | $165,730 | +23% in Modesto |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,880 | $99,760 | -22% in Modesto |
| Electrician | $63,150 | $76,710 | +21% in Modesto |
Frequently asked questions
Is Denver or Modesto cheaper to live in?
Denver 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 Denver?
About $59,051 a year gives the same standard of living in Modesto.
Where do people earn more, Denver or Modesto?
The typical household earns $102,153 in Denver and $86,162 in Modesto, 19% more in Denver.