Independence, Iowa vs. Fargo, North Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fargo, North Dakota is 15.8% more expensive than Independence, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $115,783 in Fargo, North Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fargo, North Dakota is more expensive than Independence, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
60% more expensive in Fargo
than in Independence, Iowa
Independence, IA vs. Fargo, ND
Compared to Independence, Fargo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.8% 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
  4.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  84.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.8% lower
  Commute
  18.4% higher
  Health
  8.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.4% lower