Minot, North Dakota vs. Fresno, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fresno, California is 21.7% more expensive than Minot, North Dakota.

You would need a salary of $60,836 in Fresno, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Minot, North Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fresno, California is more expensive than Minot, North Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% more expensive in Fresno
than in Minot, North Dakota
Minot, ND vs. Fresno, CA
Compared to Minot, Fresno is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.7% 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
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  28.5% higher
  Commute
  42.6% higher
  Health
  14.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.8% lower