Hillsboro, ND vs Underwood, ND

Hillsboro is moderately more affordable than Underwood, with a 5.1% lower cost of living index. Hillsboro scores 65 compared to 69 for Underwood, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Underwood can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hillsboro is $645/month compared to $718/month in Underwood — a 10% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hillsboro is more affordable at $180,800 median vs $196,300.

Median household income in Hillsboro is $77,844 compared to $71,625 in Underwood (+8.7%). Hillsboro offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hillsboro spend roughly 9.9% of their income on rent, less than the 12% in Underwood.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (42.2°F vs 40.9°F). Hillsboro receives more rainfall at 24" per year compared to 17.8" in Underwood.