Dayton, Ohio vs. Bismarck, North Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bismarck, North Dakota is 32.9% more expensive than Dayton, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $66,456 in Bismarck, North Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Dayton, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bismarck, North Dakota is more expensive than Dayton, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
204% more expensive in Bismarck
than in Dayton, Ohio
Dayton, OH vs. Bismarck, ND
Compared to Dayton, Bismarck is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.9% 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
  8.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  426.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.2% lower
  Commute
  8.5% lower
  Health
  4.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% lower