Kenmare, ND vs New Town, ND

Kenmare is moderately more affordable than New Town, with a 8.9% lower cost of living index. Kenmare scores 66 compared to 72 for New Town, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of New Town can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Kenmare is $815/month compared to $819/month in New Town — a 1% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Kenmare is more affordable at $122,000 median vs $199,700.

Median household income in Kenmare is $64,167 compared to $50,707 in New Town (+26.5%). Kenmare offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Kenmare spend roughly 15.2% of their income on rent, less than the 19.4% in New Town.

Climate-wise, New Town is notably warmer with an average of 40.9°F compared to 37.9°F in Kenmare. New Town receives more rainfall at 17.8" per year compared to 15.7" in Kenmare.