Casselton, ND vs Kenmare, ND

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Kenmare is 19.8% cheaper than Casselton. With a cost index of 66 vs 79, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Kenmare to Casselton should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Casselton is $764/month compared to $815/month in Kenmare — a 6% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Casselton has cheaper rent, Kenmare actually has lower median home values ($122,000 vs $297,500).

Median household income in Casselton is $68,472 compared to $64,167 in Kenmare (+6.7%). Casselton does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Casselton spend roughly 13.4% of their income on rent, less than the 15.2% in Kenmare.