Fargo, North Dakota vs. Michigan City, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Michigan City, Indiana is 17.1% cheaper than Fargo, North Dakota.

You would need a salary of $41,453 in Michigan City, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Fargo, North Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Michigan City, Indiana is cheaper than Fargo, North Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% cheaper in Michigan City
than in Fargo, North Dakota
Fargo, ND vs. Michigan City, IN
Compared to Fargo, Michigan City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.1% 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
  7.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.7% lower
  Commute
  1.8% higher
  Health
  4.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% lower