Cost of Living Calculator - West Fargo, North Dakota vs Arcata, California


The cost of living in Arcata, California is 17.7% more expensive than West Fargo, North Dakota.

You would need a salary of $88,303 in Arcata, California to maintain the standard of living you have in West Fargo, North Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arcata, California is more expensive than West Fargo, North Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% more expensive in Arcata
than in West Fargo, North Dakota
West Fargo, ND vs Arcata, CA
Compared to West Fargo, Arcata is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.7% 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
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.4% lower
  Commute
  2.5% higher
  Health
  23.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.7% higher

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