Side-by-side
Modesto vs Salem
Scored for a 1-person household earning $6,700/mo gross. Green cells mark the best value in each row.
| Metric | Modesto, CA54 | Salem, OR59 |
|---|---|---|
| Fit score | 54 | 59 |
| Affordability | 65 | 80 |
| Housing | 37 | 47 |
| Jobs | 56 | 56 |
| Safety | 60 | 60 |
| Climate | 63 | 69 |
| Amenities | 30 | 21 |
| Est. monthly cost | $4,706 | $4,025 |
| Typical rent (household-sized) | $1,688 | $1,347 |
| Median home value | $415,600 | $382,400 |
| Median HH income | $77,899 | $71,900 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Population | 218.6K | 176.7K |
| Summer high / winter low | 95° / 40° | 82° / 35° |
| Sunny days / yr | 0 | 0 |