salaryDetroit 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
$1,347
$1,988
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,153
$1,761
💵 Families earn per year
$43,073
$86,162
🔑 Buying a house
$83,900
$442,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.3
104.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,402
$2,835
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$166
👥 People living there
638,530
219,215
Commute to work
24.8 min
30.2 min
College degree
18.1%
21.2%
Own their home
50.3%
58.9%
Below poverty line
32.7%
13.3%
Unemployment
14%
7.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Detroit for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Modesto for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Detroit | Modesto | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,210 | $101,640 | +56% in Modesto |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,480 | $123,910 | +47% in Modesto |
| Registered Nurse | $97,280 | $132,590 | +36% in Modesto |
| Nurse Practitioner | $134,390 | $173,380 | +29% in Modesto |
| Medical Assistant | $39,410 | $49,990 | +27% in Modesto |
| Plumber | $86,370 | $63,280 | -27% in Modesto |
| Physician Assistant | $131,830 | $165,730 | +26% in Modesto |
| Police Officer | $78,450 | $98,230 | +25% in Modesto |
Frequently asked questions
Is Detroit or Modesto cheaper to live in?
Detroit is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,347 a month there versus $1,988 in Modesto.
What salary do I need in Modesto to match $60,000 in Detroit?
About $62,279 a year gives the same standard of living in Modesto.
Where do people earn more, Detroit or Modesto?
The typical household earns $43,073 in Detroit and $86,162 in Modesto, 50% more in Modesto.