Langdon, ND vs Steele, ND

Langdon is moderately more affordable than Steele, with a 5.6% lower cost of living index. Langdon scores 64 compared to 68 for Steele, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Steele can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Langdon is $741/month compared to $786/month in Steele — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Langdon is more affordable at $130,400 median vs $160,300.

Median household income in Langdon is $63,664 compared to $63,000 in Steele (+1.1%). Langdon offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Langdon spend roughly 14% of their income on rent, less than the 15% in Steele.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (40.2°F vs 40.3°F). Steele receives more rainfall at 20.9" per year compared to 20" in Langdon.