Bismarck, North Dakota vs. Livonia, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Livonia, Michigan is 4.3% more expensive than Bismarck, North Dakota.

You would need a salary of $52,169 in Livonia, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Bismarck, North Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Livonia, Michigan is more expensive than Bismarck, North Dakota
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
66% more expensive in Livonia
than in Bismarck, North Dakota
Bismarck, ND vs. Livonia, MI
Compared to Bismarck, Livonia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.3% higher
      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)
  21.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.6% higher
  Commute
  66.2% higher
  Health
  13.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.7% lower