salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Plano to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,988
$2,010
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,761
$2,058
💵 Families earn per year
$86,162
$121,065
🔑 Buying a house
$442,700
$465,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.1
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,835
$6,700
⚡ Electric bill per month
$166
$176
👥 People living there
219,215
290,594
Commute to work
30.2 min
25.4 min
College degree
21.2%
60.5%
Own their home
58.9%
56.9%
Below poverty line
13.3%
6.8%
Unemployment
7.2%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Modesto for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Plano for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Modesto | Plano | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,640 | $65,070 | -36% in Plano |
| Carpenter | $73,730 | $48,740 | -34% in Plano |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $34,910 | $24,160 | -31% in Plano |
| Nurse Practitioner | $173,380 | $130,980 | -24% in Plano |
| Registered Nurse | $132,590 | $101,420 | -24% in Plano |
| Electrician | $76,710 | $59,010 | -23% in Plano |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $99,760 | $122,520 | +23% in Plano |
| Physician Assistant | $165,730 | $134,900 | -19% in Plano |
Frequently asked questions
Is Modesto or Plano cheaper to live in?
Modesto and Plano cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Plano to match $60,000 in Modesto?
About $59,413 a year gives the same standard of living in Plano.
Where do people earn more, Modesto or Plano?
The typical household earns $86,162 in Modesto and $121,065 in Plano, 29% more in Plano.