Elma, ND Cost of Living


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Elma cost of living score
76.4
Less expensive
23.6% lower
than the US average
13.8% lower
than the North Dakota average
Elma, North Dakota gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 76.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 23.6% lower than the U.S. average and 13.8% higher than the average for North Dakota.

Elma, ND

Housing costs in Elma?
A typical home costs $204,100, which is 39.6% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 15.2% less expensive than the average North Dakota home, at $240,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Elma costs $830 per month, which is 42.0% more than the national average of $1,430 and 10.8% cheaper than the state average of $920.

Can I afford Elma?
To live comfortably in Elma, North Dakota, a minimum annual income of $39,240 for a family, and $25,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Elma?
The cost of living in Elma, ND is relatively low compared to other parts of the country. Rent for a one bedroom apartment averages around $500/month and basic utilities such as electricity, water, and garbage are quite affordable. Grocery prices are also reasonable with an average cart of food costing around $50-60. The overall cost of owning a car is also lower than most places due to inexpensive gas prices and reasonable auto insurance rates. Overall, the cost of living in Elma is very affordable making it a great place for people on a budget or those looking for a more economical lifestyle.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesElmaNorth DakotaUnited States
  76.488.6100.0
  92.995.1100
  109.2103.4100.0
  66.282.3100.0
  $204,100$240,700$338,100
  91.4%89.4%100.0%
  69.574.4100.0
  92.992.5100.0

   100=National Average

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