Elmira, New York vs. Minot, North Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Minot, North Dakota is 6.3% more expensive than Elmira, New York.

You would need a salary of $43,566 in Minot, North Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Elmira, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Minot, North Dakota is more expensive than Elmira, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
141% more expensive in Minot
than in Elmira, New York
Elmira, NY vs. Minot, ND
Compared to Elmira, Minot is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.3% 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
  6.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  239.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.5% lower
  Commute
  8.2% lower
  Health
  7.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.0% higher