salaryLincoln is 14% 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
$1,328
$1,988
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,219
$1,761
💵 Families earn per year
$77,509
$86,162
🔑 Buying a house
$264,000
$442,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
104.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,023
$2,835
⚡ Electric bill per month
$104
$166
👥 People living there
294,856
219,215
Commute to work
18.4 min
30.2 min
College degree
41.8%
21.2%
Own their home
56.1%
58.9%
Below poverty line
12.7%
13.3%
Unemployment
3.3%
7.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Lincoln for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick Modesto for higher incomes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lincoln | Modesto | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,940 | $101,640 | +64% in Modesto |
| Lawyer | $101,300 | $164,010 | +62% in Modesto |
| Registered Nurse | $87,530 | $132,590 | +51% in Modesto |
| Carpenter | $49,910 | $73,730 | +48% in Modesto |
| Nurse Practitioner | $124,440 | $173,380 | +39% in Modesto |
| Dental Hygienist | $95,100 | $123,910 | +30% in Modesto |
| Firefighter | $59,760 | $77,370 | +29% in Modesto |
| Physician Assistant | $128,050 | $165,730 | +29% in Modesto |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lincoln or Modesto cheaper to live in?
Lincoln is about 14% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,328 a month there versus $1,988 in Modesto.
What salary do I need in Modesto to match $60,000 in Lincoln?
About $68,207 a year gives the same standard of living in Modesto.
Where do people earn more, Lincoln or Modesto?
The typical household earns $77,509 in Lincoln and $86,162 in Modesto, 10% more in Modesto.