Branson, Missouri vs. Bismarck, North Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bismarck, North Dakota is 18.7% more expensive than Branson, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $59,359 in Bismarck, North Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Branson, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bismarck, North Dakota is more expensive than Branson, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
26% more expensive in Bismarck
than in Branson, Missouri
Branson, MO vs. Bismarck, ND
Compared to Branson, Bismarck is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.7% 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
  5.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  77.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.0% lower
  Commute
  6.3% higher
  Health
  8.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.4% higher