Dunn Center, ND vs Ellendale, ND

Ellendale is moderately more affordable than Dunn Center, with a 12.6% lower cost of living index. Dunn Center scores 72 compared to 64 for Ellendale, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Dunn Center can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Dunn Center is $972/month compared to $786/month in Ellendale — a 24% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Ellendale is more affordable at $115,900 median vs $145,800.

Median household income in Dunn Center is $96,042 compared to $40,000 in Ellendale (+140.1%). While Dunn Center is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Dunn Center spend roughly 12.1% of their income on rent, less than the 23.6% in Ellendale.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (42.8°F vs 41.9°F). Ellendale receives more rainfall at 19.9" per year compared to 15.6" in Dunn Center.