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
$1,789
$1,988
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,484
$1,761
💵 Families earn per year
$76,564
$86,162
🔑 Buying a house
$374,800
$442,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.2
104.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,723
$2,835
⚡ Electric bill per month
$202
$166
👥 People living there
545,970
219,215
Commute to work
22.4 min
30.2 min
College degree
25.5%
21.2%
Own their home
50.1%
58.9%
Below poverty line
20.1%
13.3%
Unemployment
8.9%
7.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Fresno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Modesto for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fresno | Modesto | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,800 | $101,640 | +29% in Modesto |
| Dental Hygienist | $101,730 | $123,910 | +22% in Modesto |
| Warehouse Worker | $39,310 | $46,630 | +19% in Modesto |
| Carpenter | $63,470 | $73,730 | +16% in Modesto |
| Civil Engineer | $119,720 | $101,000 | -16% in Modesto |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,880 | $71,600 | +14% in Modesto |
| Restaurant Cook | $38,260 | $41,910 | +10% in Modesto |
| Medical Assistant | $46,500 | $49,990 | +8% in Modesto |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fresno or Modesto cheaper to live in?
Fresno 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 Fresno?
About $61,145 a year gives the same standard of living in Modesto.
Where do people earn more, Fresno or Modesto?
The typical household earns $76,564 in Fresno and $86,162 in Modesto, 11% more in Modesto.