Crosby, ND vs Hazen, ND

Crosby is moderately more affordable than Hazen, with a 7.3% lower cost of living index. Crosby scores 71 compared to 77 for Hazen, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hazen can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Crosby is $1,023/month compared to $989/month in Hazen — a 3% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hazen has cheaper rent, Crosby actually has lower median home values ($111,800 vs $189,300).

Median household income in Crosby is $80,000 compared to $72,094 in Hazen (+11%). Crosby offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Crosby spend roughly 15.3% of their income on rent, less than the 16.5% in Hazen.