Casselton, ND vs Rolla, ND

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Rolla is 27% cheaper than Casselton. With a cost index of 62 vs 79, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Rolla to Casselton should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Casselton is $764/month compared to $695/month in Rolla — a 10% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Rolla is more affordable at $121,500 median vs $297,500.

Median household income in Casselton is $68,472 compared to $52,841 in Rolla (+29.6%). 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 15.8% in Rolla.