Laurel, Mississippi vs. Fargo, North Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fargo, North Dakota is 24.3% more expensive than Laurel, Mississippi.

You would need a salary of $62,153 in Fargo, North Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Mississippi.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fargo, North Dakota is more expensive than Laurel, Mississippi
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
125% more expensive in Fargo
than in Laurel, Mississippi
Laurel, MS vs. Fargo, ND
Compared to Laurel, Fargo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.3% 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
  4.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  98.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.3% lower
  Commute
  12.8% higher
  Health
  7.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.8% higher