Bismarck, North Dakota vs. Watford City, North Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Watford City, North Dakota is 1.5% cheaper than Bismarck, North Dakota.

You would need a salary of $49,259 in Watford City, North Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Bismarck, North Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Watford City, North Dakota is cheaper than Bismarck, North Dakota
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
22% cheaper in Watford City
than in Bismarck, North Dakota
Bismarck, ND vs. Watford City, ND
Compared to Bismarck, Watford City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.5% 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)
  11.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.8% lower
  Commute
  3.0% lower
  Health
  15.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.4% higher