Fargo, North Dakota vs. Emporia, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Emporia, Kansas is 17.7% cheaper than Fargo, North Dakota.

You would need a salary of $41,173 in Emporia, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Fargo, North Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Emporia, Kansas is cheaper than Fargo, North Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Emporia
than in Fargo, North Dakota
Fargo, ND vs. Emporia, KS
Compared to Fargo, Emporia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.7% 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
  6.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.3% higher
  Commute
  18.5% lower
  Health
  13.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% lower