Apple Valley, CA vs Modesto, CA

Apple Valley is moderately more affordable than Modesto, with a 8% lower cost of living index. Apple Valley scores 110 compared to 120 for Modesto, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Modesto can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Apple Valley is $1,373/month compared to $1,609/month in Modesto — a 15% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Apple Valley is more affordable at $377,300 median vs $415,600.

Median household income in Apple Valley is $65,926 compared to $77,899 in Modesto (-15.4%). While Modesto is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Apple Valley spend roughly 25% of their income on rent, more than the 24.8% in Modesto.