Modesto, California | City Guide for Travel Healthcare Pros

Welcome to Modesto, CA

Located in the heart of California’s Central Valley, Modesto offers affordable living, diverse dining, and a central location with easy access to both mountains and coast. Known for its agriculture, tree-lined streets, and proximity to major healthcare facilities, Modesto is a solid assignment for travel nurses who want California living without the massive price tag.

💰 Cost of Living

• Cost of Living Index: Modesto scores 113, below the California average but slightly above the national average.🔗 BestPlaces

• Average Rent: About $1,300–$1,700/month for a one-bedroom apartment.🔗 Zillow

• Utilities: Around $160/month, depending on unit size and season.

🌤️ Weather by Month

Modesto has a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and cool, damp winters.

Month	Avg High	Avg Low	Description
January	55°F	38°F	🌧 Cool and often rainy
February	62°F	41°F	🌤 Mild with some rain
March	68°F	45°F	🌷 Spring blooms start
April	74°F	49°F	🌼 Sunny and warming up
May	83°F	55°F	☀️ Warm and dry
June	92°F	61°F	🌞 Hot and dry
July	98°F	65°F	☀️ Peak summer heat
August	96°F	64°F	🌤 Still hot with dry evenings
September	89°F	60°F	🍂 Cooling off slightly
October	78°F	53°F	🎃 Pleasant fall temperatures
November	65°F	45°F	🌬 Cooler with occasional showers
December	55°F	39°F	❄️ Cool and rainy

🛏️ Furnished Housing Options

🛋 1-Bedroom Options

• Downtown Modesto Studio – Walkable to dining, shops, and hospitals🔗 Furnished Finder

• Private Guesthouse Near Doctors Medical Center – Fully furnished with all utilities included🔗 Furnished Finder

• Airbnb Monthly Rentals – Studios, cottages, and modern apartments available🔗 Airbnb Search

🛏 2-Bedroom Options

• 2BR Fully Furnished Home in North Modesto – Quiet neighborhood, close to healthcare facilities🔗 Furnished Finder

• Zillow Rentals – Filter for furnished 2BR homes🔗 Zillow Search

🏨 Extended Stay Hotels

• Residence Inn by Marriott – Modesto North Full kitchens, breakfast, and long-term stay friendly🔗 View Hotel

• Extended Stay America – Modesto Affordable option with full kitchenettes🔗 View Hotel

• SpringHill Suites by Marriott – Modesto Comfortable extended stay option with free breakfast🔗 View Hotel

🚐 RV Parks

• Kit Fox RV Park – Full hookups, long-term stay options🔗 View Park

• Yosemite RV Resort (Coarsegold, ~1.5 hr) – Good weekend getaway option🔗 View Park

• Modesto Reservoir Regional Park (short-term stays) – Great for weekend camping, limited full-service RV🔗 View Park

🎉 Fun Things to Do in Modesto

• Downtown Modesto – Restaurants, local coffee shops, art galleries, and boutiques

• McHenry Mansion & Museum – Historic mansion and museum tours

• Virginia Corridor Trailway – Walking and biking trail through town

• Gallo Center for the Arts – Live music, theater, and cultural events

• Tuolumne River Regional Park – Hiking, picnicking, and river access

• Fruit stands and local farms – Enjoy Central Valley produce and farm tours

🧳 Nearby Weekend Trips

• Yosemite National Park (~2 hrs): Iconic hiking, waterfalls, and scenic drives

• San Francisco, CA (~1.5 hrs): Big-city day trips for shopping, food, and sightseeing

• Monterey & Carmel-by-the-Sea (~2.5 hrs): Ocean views, beaches, and aquarium

• Lake Tahoe, CA (~3 hrs): Mountain fun, skiing, and lakeside retreats

🕒 Summary

Modesto offers travel nurses a solid California assignment with lower housing costs, easy access to multiple healthcare facilities like Doctors Medical Center and Memorial Medical Center, and a convenient central location for weekend road trips all over NorCal.

✅ More affordable for California

✅ Access to multiple major hospitals

✅ Centrally located for mountains, beaches, or city escapes

✅ Great furnished housing and hotel options

Want California access without California chaos? Modesto might be your perfect fit. 🚗🌳

Disclosure: The information provided in this guide is what I use to send my travelers and is obtained through ChatGPT, utilizing prompts I frequently use as a travel nurse recruiter. The content is designed to help travelers make informed decisions about potential destinations.

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