Bowman, ND vs Wilton, ND

Bowman, ND and Wilton, ND have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.4% difference in their overall index. Bowman scores 73 while Wilton scores 74 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 Bowman is $904/month compared to $838/month in Wilton — a 8% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Wilton has cheaper rent, Bowman actually has lower median home values ($181,300 vs $206,100).

Median household income in Bowman is $70,859 compared to $83,750 in Wilton (-15.4%). While Wilton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Bowman spend roughly 15.3% of their income on rent, more than the 12% in Wilton.