salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Vancouver to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,988
$1,894
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,761
$1,788
💵 Families earn per year
$86,162
$87,723
🔑 Buying a house
$442,700
$462,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.1
105.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,835
$3,899
⚡ Electric bill per month
$166
$105
👥 People living there
219,215
195,300
Commute to work
30.2 min
23.2 min
College degree
21.2%
32.3%
Own their home
58.9%
50.8%
Below poverty line
13.3%
10.2%
Unemployment
7.2%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Modesto for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Vancouver for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Modesto | Vancouver | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $63,280 | $101,010 | +60% in Vancouver |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $34,910 | $54,780 | +57% in Vancouver |
| Electrician | $76,710 | $105,090 | +37% in Vancouver |
| Software Developer | $119,770 | $156,000 | +30% in Vancouver |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $99,760 | $127,360 | +28% in Vancouver |
| Market Research Analyst | $71,600 | $85,350 | +19% in Vancouver |
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,640 | $82,330 | -19% in Vancouver |
| Operations Manager | $104,330 | $121,050 | +16% in Vancouver |
Frequently asked questions
Is Modesto or Vancouver cheaper to live in?
Modesto and Vancouver cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Vancouver to match $60,000 in Modesto?
About $60,757 a year gives the same standard of living in Vancouver.
Where do people earn more, Modesto or Vancouver?
The typical household earns $86,162 in Modesto and $87,723 in Vancouver, 2% more in Vancouver.