Adams, ND vs Maddock, ND

Maddock is moderately more affordable than Adams, with a 12.8% lower cost of living index. Adams scores 57 compared to 51 for Maddock, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Adams can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Adams is $705/month compared to $528/month in Maddock — a 34% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Maddock is more affordable at $46,300 median vs $60,000.

Median household income in Adams is $65,250 compared to $45,625 in Maddock (+43%). While Adams is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Adams spend roughly 13% of their income on rent, less than the 13.9% in Maddock.