salaryModesto is 6% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Moreno Valley to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,988
$2,591
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,761
$2,138
💵 Families earn per year
$86,162
$100,540
🔑 Buying a house
$442,700
$503,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.1
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,835
$3,349
⚡ Electric bill per month
$166
$168
👥 People living there
219,215
211,666
Commute to work
30.2 min
35.5 min
College degree
21.2%
17.8%
Own their home
58.9%
63.3%
Below poverty line
13.3%
11.7%
Unemployment
7.2%
7.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Modesto for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Moreno Valley for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
Frequently asked questions
Is Modesto or Moreno Valley cheaper to live in?
Modesto is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,988 a month there versus $2,591 in Moreno Valley.
What salary do I need in Moreno Valley to match $60,000 in Modesto?
About $63,811 a year gives the same standard of living in Moreno Valley.
Where do people earn more, Modesto or Moreno Valley?
The typical household earns $86,162 in Modesto and $100,540 in Moreno Valley, 14% more in Moreno Valley.