Escondido, California vs. Bismarck, North Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bismarck, North Dakota is 35.1% cheaper than Escondido, California.

You would need a salary of $81,130 in Bismarck, North Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Escondido, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bismarck, North Dakota is cheaper than Escondido, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
56% cheaper in Bismarck
than in Escondido, California
Escondido, CA vs. Bismarck, ND
Compared to Escondido, Bismarck is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.1% 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
  6.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.8% lower
  Commute
  32.7% lower
  Health
  5.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.3% lower