Cost of Living Calculator - Marion, Iowa vs West Fargo, North Dakota


The cost of living in West Fargo, North Dakota is 8.6% more expensive than Marion, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $54,314 in West Fargo, North Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Marion, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Fargo, North Dakota is more expensive than Marion, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
27% more expensive in West Fargo
than in Marion, Iowa
Marion, IA vs West Fargo, ND
Compared to Marion, West Fargo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.6% 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
  3.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.4% lower
  Commute
  10.6% higher
  Health
  7.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.8% higher

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