Marion, Illinois vs. Fargo, North Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fargo, North Dakota is 13.0% more expensive than Marion, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $56,503 in Fargo, North Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Marion, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fargo, North Dakota is more expensive than Marion, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
103% more expensive in Fargo
than in Marion, Illinois
Marion, IL vs. Fargo, ND
Compared to Marion, Fargo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.0% 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
  6.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  150.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.0% lower
  Commute
  4.4% lower
  Health
  26.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.8% higher