Mayville, ND vs Napoleon, ND

Napoleon is moderately more affordable than Mayville, with a 13.3% lower cost of living index. Mayville scores 72 compared to 64 for Napoleon, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Mayville can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Mayville is $828/month compared to $850/month in Napoleon — a 3% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Mayville has cheaper rent, Napoleon actually has lower median home values ($85,000 vs $196,200).

Median household income in Mayville is $64,044 compared to $68,068 in Napoleon (-5.9%). Napoleon offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Mayville spend roughly 15.5% of their income on rent, more than the 15% in Napoleon.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (39.8°F vs 40.3°F). Mayville receives more rainfall at 21.7" per year compared to 20.9" in Napoleon.