Bismarck, IL vs Gays, IL

Bismarck, IL and Gays, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.4% difference in their overall index. Bismarck scores 67 while Gays scores 67 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Bismarck is $817/month compared to $850/month in Gays — a 4% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Bismarck has cheaper rent, Gays actually has lower median home values ($95,000 vs $110,300).

Median household income in Bismarck is $76,875 compared to $54,464 in Gays (+41.1%). While Bismarck is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Bismarck spend roughly 12.8% of their income on rent, less than the 18.7% in Gays.