salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Sacramento to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,988
$2,152
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,761
$1,950
💵 Families earn per year
$86,162
$94,176
🔑 Buying a house
$442,700
$506,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.1
106.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,835
$3,842
⚡ Electric bill per month
$166
$127
👥 People living there
219,215
528,706
Commute to work
30.2 min
25.3 min
College degree
21.2%
37.1%
Own their home
58.9%
51.7%
Below poverty line
13.3%
13.9%
Unemployment
7.2%
6.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Modesto for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Sacramento for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Modesto | Sacramento | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $132,590 | $171,460 | +29% in Sacramento |
| Civil Engineer | $101,000 | $130,150 | +29% in Sacramento |
| Medical Assistant | $49,990 | $61,970 | +24% in Sacramento |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $99,760 | $122,330 | +23% in Sacramento |
| Firefighter | $77,370 | $94,080 | +22% in Sacramento |
| Software Developer | $119,770 | $139,640 | +17% in Sacramento |
| Operations Manager | $104,330 | $118,460 | +14% in Sacramento |
| Police Officer | $98,230 | $111,460 | +13% in Sacramento |
Frequently asked questions
Is Modesto or Sacramento cheaper to live in?
Modesto and Sacramento cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Sacramento to match $60,000 in Modesto?
About $61,477 a year gives the same standard of living in Sacramento.
Where do people earn more, Modesto or Sacramento?
The typical household earns $86,162 in Modesto and $94,176 in Sacramento, 9% more in Sacramento.