Allen, Texas vs. Bismarck, North Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bismarck, North Dakota is 12.7% cheaper than Allen, Texas.

You would need a salary of $200,878 in Bismarck, North Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Allen, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bismarck, North Dakota is cheaper than Allen, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Bismarck
than in Allen, Texas
Allen, TX vs. Bismarck, ND
Compared to Allen, Bismarck is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.7% 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
  1.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.7% lower
  Commute
  17.4% lower
  Health
  6.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.6% higher