Poughkeepsie, New York vs. Fargo, North Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fargo, North Dakota is 12.7% cheaper than Poughkeepsie, New York.

You would need a salary of $43,659 in Fargo, North Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Poughkeepsie, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fargo, North Dakota is cheaper than Poughkeepsie, New York
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
37% cheaper in Fargo
than in Poughkeepsie, New York
Poughkeepsie, NY vs. Fargo, ND
Compared to Poughkeepsie, Fargo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.7% 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
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  23.9% lower
  Commute
  27.8% lower
  Health
  24.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.9% lower