Casselton, ND vs Grafton, ND

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Grafton is 20.6% cheaper than Casselton. With a cost index of 65 vs 79, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Grafton to Casselton should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Casselton is $764/month compared to $715/month in Grafton — a 7% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Grafton is more affordable at $153,800 median vs $297,500.

Median household income in Casselton is $68,472 compared to $60,184 in Grafton (+13.8%). The higher salaries in Casselton partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Casselton spend roughly 13.4% of their income on rent, less than the 14.3% in Grafton.