Albany, New York vs. Bismarck, North Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bismarck, North Dakota is 2.1% cheaper than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $48,964 in Bismarck, North Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bismarck, North Dakota is cheaper than Albany, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
37% cheaper in Bismarck
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Bismarck, ND
Compared to Albany, Bismarck is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.1% 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
  0.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.5% lower
  Commute
  15.3% lower
  Health
  19.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.1% lower