Rolla, ND vs Rugby, ND

Rolla is moderately more affordable than Rugby, with a 9.2% lower cost of living index. Rolla scores 62 compared to 68 for Rugby, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Rugby can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Rolla is $695/month compared to $829/month in Rugby — a 16% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Rolla is more affordable at $121,500 median vs $147,800.

Median household income in Rolla is $52,841 compared to $50,580 in Rugby (+4.5%). Rolla offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Rolla spend roughly 15.8% of their income on rent, less than the 19.7% in Rugby.

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