Fargo, North Dakota vs. Barstow, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Barstow, California is 0.6% more expensive than Fargo, North Dakota.

You would need a salary of $50,279 in Barstow, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Fargo, North Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Barstow, California is more expensive than Fargo, North Dakota
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
25% more expensive in Barstow
than in Fargo, North Dakota
Fargo, ND vs. Barstow, CA
Compared to Fargo, Barstow is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.6% 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
  4.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  25.6% higher
  Commute
  28.1% higher
  Health
  4.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% higher