The Cost of Living is a Recruiting Advantage in Bismarck-Mandan!

Recruiting employees is more complicated than ever. Promoting Bismarck-Mandan’s refreshing cost of living is a significant factor favoring area employers. Whether saving money on a home or spending less at the grocery store or gas station, employees will enjoy how much farther their paycheck will last in Bismarck-Mandan.

Cost of Living	Bismarck-Mandan	North Dakota	USA
Overall	92.9	88.6	100
Grocery	96.9	95.1	100
Health	94.3	103.4	100
Housing	95.6	82.3	100
Median Home Cost	$297,000	$240,700	$338,100
Utilities	93.4	89.4	100
Transportation	79.4	74.4	100

Source: BestPlaces

BestPlaces indicates the Bismarck-Mandan Metropolitan Statistical Area is nearly 7.1% more affordable than the national average. While utilities and health costs lead the way, this chart illustrates how employees will favor the area!

Bismarck-Mandan, ND Cost of Living Comparison

88.6

of National Average

100.2

Grocery

71.3

Housing

82.7

Utilities

101.4

Transportation

99.5

Healthcare

94.5

Miscellaneous

National Average

Bismarck-Mandan ND

Minneapolis MN

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Denver CO

Percentages based on U.S. National Average. Data Source: COLI Quarterly Cost of Living Index. Index and average prices are based on data gathered between Q22024 - Q22025. For more information on the methodology, please visit C2ER Cost of Living Index website (www.coli.org).