Gilby, ND vs Kenmare, ND

Gilby is moderately more affordable than Kenmare, with a 7.4% lower cost of living index. Gilby scores 61 compared to 66 for Kenmare, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Kenmare can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Gilby is $788/month compared to $815/month in Kenmare — a 3% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Gilby is more affordable at $84,500 median vs $122,000.

Median household income in Gilby is $85,625 compared to $64,167 in Kenmare (+33.4%). Gilby offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Gilby spend roughly 11% of their income on rent, less than the 15.2% in Kenmare.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (39.8°F vs 37.9°F). Gilby receives more rainfall at 21.7" per year compared to 15.7" in Kenmare.