Beulah, ND vs Cando, ND

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Cando is 22.3% cheaper than Beulah. With a cost index of 66 vs 80, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Cando to Beulah should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Beulah is $1,092/month compared to $740/month in Cando — a 48% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Cando is more affordable at $149,300 median vs $194,300.

Median household income in Beulah is $84,417 compared to $49,375 in Cando (+71%). While Beulah is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Beulah spend roughly 15.5% of their income on rent, less than the 18% in Cando.