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Cost of Living in Galesburg, ND

Population: 57 | North Dakota

84
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Galesburg is 16% less expensive than the national average.

100
Housing
51
Home Values
89
Regional Price

Cost of Living in Galesburg, ND: What You Need to Know

With a cost of living index of 84, Galesburg, ND is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 16% cheaper than the national average and 10% above the North Dakota state average of 74. Galesburg is a small community of 57 residents.

The median household income in Galesburg is $89,167, which is 19% higher than the national median of $75,149.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Galesburg. The area sees an average annual temperature of 42.2°F, with summers averaging 69°F and winters around 13°F. Annual rainfall totals 24 inches spread over roughly 109 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

Everyday prices in the Fargo, ND-MN (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.

Income

Median Household Income
$89,167
vs US Median ($75,149)
+19%

Housing

Median Home Value
$154,500
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$680/mo

Everyday Prices in Galesburg

BLS Average Prices for the Fargo, ND-MN (Metropolitan Statistical Area) area

$2.97
Gasoline (regular)
per gallon
-3% vs US
🥚
$2.43
Eggs (grade A, large)
per dozen
-3% vs US
🥛
$3.91
Milk (whole)
per gallon
-3% vs US
🍞
$1.79
Bread (white)
per lb
-3% vs US
🍗
$4.02
Chicken breast
per lb
-3% vs US
$0.15
Electricity
per kWh
-21% vs US

Climate in Galesburg

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

42.2°F
Avg Temperature
24"
Rainfall / Year
109d
Rainy Days / Year
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High °F 18 23 36 54 69 78 82 81 72 56 38 24
Avg °F 9 13 27 43 57 67 71 69 60 46 30 16
Low °F 0 4 18 32 44 56 59 57 48 35 21 8
Rain" 0.7 0.7 1.3 1.5 3.1 4.3 3.1 2.6 2.7 2.2 1.0 0.9

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