Gilby, ND vs Medora, ND

Gilby is moderately more affordable than Medora, with a 5.1% lower cost of living index. Gilby scores 61 compared to 64 for Medora, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Medora 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 $627/month in Medora — a 26% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Medora has cheaper rent, Gilby actually has lower median home values ($84,500 vs $172,900).

Median household income in Gilby is $85,625 compared to $68,906 in Medora (+24.3%). 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, more than the 10.9% in Medora.

Climate-wise, Medora is notably warmer with an average of 43.3°F compared to 39.8°F in Gilby. Gilby receives more rainfall at 21.7" per year compared to 17.5" in Medora.