Crosby, ND vs Scranton, ND

Scranton is moderately more affordable than Crosby, with a 12.1% lower cost of living index. Crosby scores 71 compared to 63 for Scranton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Crosby 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 $775/month in Scranton — a 32% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Scranton is more affordable at $109,700 median vs $111,800.

Median household income in Crosby is $80,000 compared to $91,250 in Scranton (-12.3%). Scranton 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, more than the 10.2% in Scranton.