Springfield, Illinois vs. Bismarck, North Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bismarck, North Dakota is 25.3% more expensive than Springfield, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $62,666 in Bismarck, North Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Springfield, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bismarck, North Dakota is more expensive than Springfield, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
138% more expensive in Bismarck
than in Springfield, Illinois
Springfield, IL vs. Bismarck, ND
Compared to Springfield, Bismarck is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.3% 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
  7.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  152.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.6% lower
  Commute
  6.0% higher
  Health
  15.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.2% higher