Devils Lake, ND vs Rugby, ND

Devils Lake, ND and Rugby, ND have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4% difference in their overall index. Devils Lake scores 66 while Rugby scores 68 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Devils Lake is $678/month compared to $829/month in Rugby — a 18% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Devils Lake has cheaper rent, Rugby actually has lower median home values ($147,800 vs $171,000).

Median household income in Devils Lake is $42,755 compared to $50,580 in Rugby (-15.5%). While Rugby is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Devils Lake spend roughly 19% of their income on rent, less than the 19.7% in Rugby.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (40.2°F vs 40.2°F). Rugby receives more rainfall at 20" per year compared to 20" in Devils Lake.