Iowa City, Iowa vs. Fargo, North Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fargo, North Dakota is 2.6% more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $61,583 in Fargo, North Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fargo, North Dakota is more expensive than Iowa City, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
5% more expensive in Fargo
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Fargo, ND
Compared to Iowa City, Fargo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.6% 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
  0.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% lower
  Commute
  12.8% higher
  Health
  8.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.1% lower