Seattle, Washington vs. Fargo, North Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fargo, North Dakota is 46.7% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $16,001 in Fargo, North Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fargo, North Dakota is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% cheaper in Fargo
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Fargo, ND
Compared to Seattle, Fargo is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  46.7% 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
  8.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  68.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  34.2% higher
  Commute
  43.8% lower
  Health
  7.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.2% lower