salary$83,560 a year$40 an hour · median pay in the Modesto, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$60,620per year
Top pay (top 10%)$134,750per year
Jobs in the area1,200people work this job
Can a accountant afford Modesto?
OK. Rent of $1,988 a month takes 28.5% of the median accountant salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a accountant make in Modesto, CA?
The median pay for a accountant in the Modesto, CA area is $83,560 a year ($40 an hour). Most earn between $60,620 and $134,750.
Can a accountant afford to live in Modesto?
Typical rent of $1,988 a month takes 28.5% of the median accountant salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Modesto, CA metro area.