Cost of Living Calculator - Melissa, Texas vs West Fargo, North Dakota


The cost of living in West Fargo, North Dakota is 13.1% cheaper than Melissa, Texas.

You would need a salary of $43,431 in West Fargo, North Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Melissa, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Fargo, North Dakota is cheaper than Melissa, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
32% cheaper in West Fargo
than in Melissa, Texas
Melissa, TX vs West Fargo, ND
Compared to Melissa, West Fargo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.1% lower
      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
  0.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.5% lower
  Commute
  14.8% lower
  Health
  5.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.9% higher

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