Lewiston, Idaho vs. Bismarck, North Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bismarck, North Dakota is 0.6% more expensive than Lewiston, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $100,639 in Bismarck, North Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Lewiston, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bismarck, North Dakota is more expensive than Lewiston, Idaho
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
41% more expensive in Bismarck
than in Lewiston, Idaho
Lewiston, ID vs. Bismarck, ND
Compared to Lewiston, Bismarck is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.6% 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
  1.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.0% higher
  Commute
  5.1% lower
  Health
  13.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% higher