Modesto, California vs. Aberdeen, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Aberdeen, South Dakota is 31.9% cheaper than Modesto, California.

You would need a salary of $45,658 in Aberdeen, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Modesto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Aberdeen, South Dakota is cheaper than Modesto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% cheaper in Aberdeen
than in Modesto, California
Modesto, CA vs. Aberdeen, SD
Compared to Modesto, Aberdeen is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.0% lower
  Commute
  51.3% lower
  Health
  4.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.2% lower