Laramie, Wyoming vs. Bismarck, North Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bismarck, North Dakota is 1.8% more expensive than Laramie, Wyoming.

You would need a salary of $50,916 in Bismarck, North Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Laramie, Wyoming.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bismarck, North Dakota is more expensive than Laramie, Wyoming
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
25% more expensive in Bismarck
than in Laramie, Wyoming
Laramie, WY vs. Bismarck, ND
Compared to Laramie, Bismarck is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.8% 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
  4.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.6% lower
  Commute
  14.2% higher
  Health
  35.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.3% higher