Bismarck, IL vs Modesto, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Modesto is 15.5% cheaper than Bismarck. With a cost index of 58 vs 67, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Modesto to Bismarck should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Bismarck is $817/month compared to $642/month in Modesto — a 27% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Modesto is more affordable at $68,800 median vs $110,300.

Median household income in Bismarck is $76,875 compared to $69,375 in Modesto (+10.8%). The higher salaries in Bismarck partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Bismarck spend roughly 12.8% of their income on rent, more than the 11.1% in Modesto.