| | Dickinson, ND | Manhattan, KS | United States |
| Overall | 92.2 | 83.4 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 100.9 | 97.6 | 100 |
| Health | 106.4 | 104.1 | 100 |
| Housing | 92.1 | 75.4 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $254,900 | $234,900 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 8,630.0% | 10,830.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 67.5 | 67.0 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 106.9 | 118.1 | 100 |
100 = National Average (Below 100 means cheaper than the US average. Above 100 means more expensive.)
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Reviews for Dickinson 
5 Reviews
I lived in ND all of my life until my son got married to a gal from MN. I moved to the city in which she lived. Sometimes I regret leaving my family behind to go to More
I have lived in Dickinson for over 10 years. It is a very conservative town, but the university helps bring in some diversity. I enjoy the open country and the More
This is an EXTREMELY religious town (catholic mainly). If you are not interested in religion you will not be welcome in this More
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Reviews for Manhattan 33 Reviews
I lived in your city briefly this past year of 2015. Liked it. The cost was a bit too high, but generally you have a decent town compared to some places I've visited. I More
Manhattan is one of the best educational environments I have ever seen. The local school district is filled with passionate employees and the facilities are modern and More
Manhattan is a wonderful place to live if you are thinking about retiring here, want a family away from the big city, or if you are a college student. Because it is a More
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