salaryFrisco is 7% 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
$2,246
$1,988
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,299
$1,761
💵 Families earn per year
$162,004
$86,162
🔑 Buying a house
$642,100
$442,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
104.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,572
$2,835
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$166
👥 People living there
219,304
219,215
Commute to work
28.6 min
30.2 min
College degree
67.5%
21.2%
Own their home
65.9%
58.9%
Below poverty line
3.6%
13.3%
Unemployment
4.6%
7.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Frisco for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Modesto for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Frisco or Modesto cheaper to live in?
Frisco is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,246 a month there versus $1,988 in Modesto.
What salary do I need in Modesto to match $60,000 in Frisco?
About $64,359 a year gives the same standard of living in Modesto.
Where do people earn more, Frisco or Modesto?
The typical household earns $162,004 in Frisco and $86,162 in Modesto, 88% more in Frisco.