Casselton, ND vs Ellendale, ND

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Ellendale is 22.4% cheaper than Casselton. With a cost index of 64 vs 79, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Ellendale to Casselton should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Casselton is $764/month compared to $786/month in Ellendale — a 3% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Casselton has cheaper rent, Ellendale actually has lower median home values ($115,900 vs $297,500).

Median household income in Casselton is $68,472 compared to $40,000 in Ellendale (+71.2%). While Casselton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Casselton spend roughly 13.4% of their income on rent, less than the 23.6% in Ellendale.