salaryModesto is 4% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Yonkers to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,988
$2,436
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,761
$2,060
💵 Families earn per year
$86,162
$90,108
🔑 Buying a house
$442,700
$501,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.1
107.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,835
$9,676
⚡ Electric bill per month
$166
$157
👥 People living there
219,215
209,978
Commute to work
30.2 min
35.6 min
College degree
21.2%
35.7%
Own their home
58.9%
46.2%
Below poverty line
13.3%
13.8%
Unemployment
7.2%
7.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Modesto for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Yonkers for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Frequently asked questions
Is Modesto or Yonkers cheaper to live in?
Modesto is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,988 a month there versus $2,436 in Yonkers.
What salary do I need in Yonkers to match $60,000 in Modesto?
About $62,198 a year gives the same standard of living in Yonkers.
Where do people earn more, Modesto or Yonkers?
The typical household earns $86,162 in Modesto and $90,108 in Yonkers, 4% more in Yonkers.