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Learn More About Independent Living in Modesto, CA

Greetings from Modesto, located in the heart of California’s Central Valley. The city’s motto “water, wealth, contentment, health” perfectly captures what makes Modesto an ideal retirement destination. Bordered by the Tuolumne and Stanislaus rivers, this suburban gem is surrounded by fertile farmlands, which play an important role in the region’s industry.

Independent living communities — also known simply as retirement communities — in Modesto are geared towards seniors who are able to live on their own, without daily assistance, and prefer to live among people their age. This usually means residents are self-sufficient and do not require hands-on care. Think of Modesto retirement communities as age-restricted (typically 55+) complexes, which provide organized activities, meal services, and transportation.

Cost of Independent Living in Modesto, CA

The median monthly cost of independent living in Modesto is about $2,400 in the city proper and $2,400 within the metropolitan area. The median monthly cost of independent living in the state of California is around $3,000.

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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Modesto is rated nearly 20 points higher than the national average. Modesto has extremely high health care costs due to the high volume of quality medical establishments.

Index Scores

All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.

Household Expenses	Health Care	Insurance	Entertainment	Groceries	Clothing
118	134	109	112	120	112

Income and Housing

Median Income Age 45-64	Median Income Age 65+	Median Household Income	Average Individual Income	Median Employee Salary	Average Property Tax	One-bedroom Apartment Gross Rent Estimate
$63,212 per year	$41,084 per year	$52,278 per year	$23,749 per year	$42,751 per year	$2,358 per year	$726 per month

Local Hospitals

The top hospitals that service Modesto include:

Doctors Medical Center of Modesto

• Facility type: proprietary, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 440+
• Specialties: diagnostic imaging, surgical services, cardiovascular care, primary stroke center

Memorial Medical Center

• Facility type: nonprofit, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 420+
• Specialties: emergency services, intensive care unit, surgical services

Stanislaus Surgical Hospital

• Facility type: proprietary, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 20+
• Specialties: physical therapy, surgical services, orthopedic care

Weather and Climate

Modesto’s climate is classified as Mediteranean, which means hot, dry summers and mild winters with below average precipitation. The average humidity level is 56%, and humidity levels are often highest during January at about 79%.

Seasonal Temperatures

January Average	January Maximum	January Minimum
47°F	54°F	40°F

July Average	July Maximum	July Minimum
78°F	94°F	62°F

Air Quality

• Relative Air Quality Index: 106

This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.

Precipitation

• Average annual precipitation: 13.1″

Demographics and Values

Population Statistics

Median Age	Percent of Population Over 65	Population	Population Density	Average Household Size
36.1	16.5%	216,543	4,951 per square mile	2.9

Race & Ethnicity

American Indian or Alaskan Native	Asian	Black	Hispanic or Latino	Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	White (not Hispanic or Latino)
<0.1%	5.9%	13.4%	18.5%	0.2%	2.8%	60.1%

These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.

LGBTQ+ Inclusivity

These scores were taken from the 2019 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.

• Non-discrimination laws in Modesto: 30/30
• Overall inclusivity: 60/100

2016 Presidential Election Results for Stanislaus County

Democratic	Republican	Other
47.4%	46.7%	3.8%

Arts, Culture, Entertainment, and Recreation

Modesto’s motto is “water, wealth, contentment, health,” which perfectly summarizes the city. Bordered by the Tuolumne and Stanislaus rivers, the city is surrounded by fertile farmlands, which play an important role in the region’s industry.

Modesto is home to the McHenry Mansion and Museum, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. See a show at the State Theatre, dating back to the 1920s. In the center of town is George Lucas Plaza, an area of shops and cafes dedicated to legendary filmmaker George Lucas. Finish off the day with a tour of the Gallo Family Winery, the largest privately owned winery in the world.

The city hosts a monthly art walk through its historic downtown area, featuring local artists selling crafts and other wares. Another cultural highlight is the prestigious Modesto Symphony Orchestra, which performs at the Gallo Center.

Transportation

Modesto is serviced by Amtrak San Joaquin, Stanislaus Regional Transit (StaRT), and Modesto Area Express (MAX). MAX offers reduced fare for seniors, and StaRT provides a dial-a-ride service available by reservation.