Arcata, California vs. Fargo, North Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fargo, North Dakota is 17.3% cheaper than Arcata, California.

You would need a salary of $33,087 in Fargo, North Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Arcata, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fargo, North Dakota is cheaper than Arcata, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in Fargo
than in Arcata, California
Arcata, CA vs. Fargo, ND
Compared to Arcata, Fargo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.3% 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
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.4% higher
  Commute
  4.8% lower
  Health
  19.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.1% lower