salaryModesto is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,988
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,761
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$86,162
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$442,700
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.1
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,835
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$166
$96
👥 People living there
219,215
681,294
Commute to work
30.2 min
30 min
College degree
21.2%
64.2%
Own their home
58.9%
41.5%
Below poverty line
13.3%
15.4%
Unemployment
7.2%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Modesto for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Modesto | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $104,330 | $156,460 | +50% in Washington |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $34,910 | $46,040 | +32% in Washington |
| Software Developer | $119,770 | $154,930 | +29% in Washington |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $99,760 | $127,040 | +27% in Washington |
| Registered Nurse | $132,590 | $102,710 | -23% in Washington |
| Accountant | $83,560 | $102,140 | +22% in Washington |
| Nurse Practitioner | $173,380 | $134,840 | -22% in Washington |
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,640 | $79,470 | -22% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Modesto or Washington cheaper to live in?
Modesto is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,988 a month there versus $2,370 in Washington.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Modesto?
About $62,753 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Modesto or Washington?
The typical household earns $86,162 in Modesto and $118,495 in Washington, 27% more in Washington.