Casselton, ND vs Lisbon, ND

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Lisbon is 18.3% cheaper than Casselton. With a cost index of 67 vs 79, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Lisbon to Casselton should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Casselton is $764/month compared to $671/month in Lisbon — a 14% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lisbon is more affordable at $185,700 median vs $297,500.

Median household income in Casselton is $68,472 compared to $61,953 in Lisbon (+10.5%). 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, more than the 13% in Lisbon.