salaryMontgomery is 14% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Montgomery to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,988
$1,304
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,761
$1,085
💵 Families earn per year
$86,162
$61,271
🔑 Buying a house
$442,700
$161,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.1
89.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,835
$643
⚡ Electric bill per month
$166
$185
👥 People living there
219,215
197,494
Commute to work
30.2 min
20.7 min
College degree
21.2%
33.8%
Own their home
58.9%
54.4%
Below poverty line
13.3%
21.5%
Unemployment
7.2%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Modesto for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Montgomery for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Modesto | Montgomery | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $123,910 | $60,120 | -51% in Montgomery |
| Police Officer | $98,230 | $48,490 | -51% in Montgomery |
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,640 | $59,610 | -41% in Montgomery |
| Registered Nurse | $132,590 | $79,570 | -40% in Montgomery |
| Nurse Practitioner | $173,380 | $105,050 | -39% in Montgomery |
| Physician Assistant | $165,730 | $102,040 | -38% in Montgomery |
| Firefighter | $77,370 | $48,780 | -37% in Montgomery |
| Carpenter | $73,730 | $47,360 | -36% in Montgomery |
Frequently asked questions
Is Modesto or Montgomery cheaper to live in?
Montgomery is about 14% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,304 a month there versus $1,988 in Modesto.
What salary do I need in Montgomery to match $60,000 in Modesto?
About $51,686 a year gives the same standard of living in Montgomery.
Where do people earn more, Modesto or Montgomery?
The typical household earns $86,162 in Modesto and $61,271 in Montgomery, 41% more in Modesto.