Cost of Living in West Modesto, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
112.2
100 = national avg
+12.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,356
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$116,661
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing139.5
Food97.3
Transportation94.5
Healthcare97.8
Utilities106.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,356
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,758
per month
The overall cost of living index in West Modesto is 112.2, which is 12.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 139.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,356 per year to cover basic expenses.