Norteño and sierreño bands for hire in Modesto: live music for parties
Published October 15, 2026. Every figure has its source at the end; ZONAS counts are live.
Almost half of Modesto’s people are Hispanic: 45.4% of its 220,000 residents, according to the US Census. Here’s how many groups ZONAS has in Modesto for each genre, what they cost and where to find them.
ZONAS doesn’t sell performances or take a commission: you talk directly with the group, and the deal is between you.
Almost half, Hispanic
45.4% of Modesto’s people are Hispanic (American Community Survey 2020-2024), and the city had 219,652 residents as of July 2025, according to the US Census.
Modesto is part of the Central Valley, which has its own guide. Below are Modesto’s groups, counted live, by genre and by type, and its whole state.
How many groups are in Modesto today
ZONAS has 29 groups and musicians in Modesto, counted live from the catalog. By genre:
And in all of California, counting those with no city listed, there are 1,505:
What it costs
The Bash puts the average cost to hire a mariachi in Modesto at $592 (accessed October 15, 2026). It doesn’t say whether that’s per hour or per event, so it’s useful for comparing cities, not as a rate.
As an hourly reference, GigSalad puts a professional mariachi in the US at $350 to $650, depending on the city, the number of musicians and their experience.
For each celebration
- Mariachi for your wedding
- Quinceañera music
- Day of the Dead, December 12, the posadas and the holidays
- Mariachi, norteño, banda or sierreño: which one fits your party
- How not to lose your deposit
Frequently asked questions
Where can I find a norteño group for a party in Modesto?
ZONAS has a page for groups in Modesto, by genre, with their music, social media and direct contact, no commission.
How much does a mariachi cost in Modesto?
The Bash puts the average at $592 in Modesto. By the hour, GigSalad puts a professional mariachi in the US at $350 to $650.