Lisbon, ND vs Rugby, ND

Lisbon, ND and Rugby, ND have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.5% difference in their overall index. Lisbon scores 67 while Rugby scores 68 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Lisbon is $671/month compared to $829/month in Rugby — a 19% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Lisbon has cheaper rent, Rugby actually has lower median home values ($147,800 vs $185,700).

Median household income in Lisbon is $61,953 compared to $50,580 in Rugby (+22.5%). Lisbon offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Lisbon spend roughly 13% of their income on rent, less than the 19.7% in Rugby.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (42.2°F vs 40.2°F). Lisbon receives more rainfall at 24" per year compared to 20" in Rugby.