Bismarck, IL vs Warsaw, IL

Bismarck, IL and Warsaw, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.8% difference in their overall index. Bismarck scores 67 while Warsaw scores 64 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 $769/month in Warsaw — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Warsaw is more affordable at $90,700 median vs $110,300.

Median household income in Bismarck is $76,875 compared to $58,074 in Warsaw (+32.4%). 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 15.9% in Warsaw.