Bismarck, North Dakota vs. Auburn, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Auburn, Alabama is 3.3% more expensive than Bismarck, North Dakota.

You would need a salary of $43,378 in Auburn, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Bismarck, North Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Auburn, Alabama is more expensive than Bismarck, North Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
5% more expensive in Auburn
than in Bismarck, North Dakota
Bismarck, ND vs. Auburn, AL
Compared to Bismarck, Auburn is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.3% 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
  0.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.5% higher
  Commute
  7.4% higher
  Health
  29.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.3% higher