Modesto, IL vs Plymouth, IL

Modesto is moderately more affordable than Plymouth, with a 6.3% lower cost of living index. Modesto scores 58 compared to 62 for Plymouth, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Plymouth can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Modesto is $642/month compared to $796/month in Plymouth — a 19% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Modesto has cheaper rent, Plymouth actually has lower median home values ($55,500 vs $68,800).

Median household income in Modesto is $69,375 compared to $39,750 in Plymouth (+74.5%). Modesto offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Modesto spend roughly 11.1% of their income on rent, less than the 24% in Plymouth.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (54°F vs 53°F). Modesto receives more rainfall at 38" per year compared to 36.4" in Plymouth.