Bismarck, United States is Slightly expensive overall. Monthly costs are about $1515 for one person and $3623 for a family of four, including rent.
Overall living costs in Bismarck are 6% more expensive than the European benchmark.
Bismarck is 49% cheaper than New York City, without rent.
Rent in Bismarck is, on average, 70% lower than in New York City.
Bismarck is a better match for people who prioritize lifestyle benefits and can afford the premium driven by transport and food. For most moderate-income households, housing costs are the main barrier.
The higher costs in Bismarck are primarily influenced by rent and utilities, which exceed the European benchmark. This contributes to the overall expense of living in the city.
Yes, food prices are 15% higher than the European benchmark, making dining and grocery shopping more costly.
Public transport in Bismarck is quite affordable, being 48% lower than the European benchmark. This makes it a viable option for residents looking to save on transportation costs.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 14.1 $ |
| Dinner | 50 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 11 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 5.43 $ |
| Capuccino | 4.87 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 2.34 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.09 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 2.46 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.15 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 2.87 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 7.65 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 12.2 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 14.9 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.12 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.48 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3.33 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.79 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.62 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 3.32 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.68 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 1.77 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 14.9 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 2.72 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 7.86 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 1.67 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 26.8 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 0.82 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 14.7 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 115 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 10.5 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 3.64 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 3.71 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 1.28 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 109 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 167 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 63.1 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 535 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 892 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 905 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 1,144 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 1,992 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 2,004 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 3,752 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 6.64% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 54.5 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 13.8 $ |
| Haircut | 18.4 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 67.7 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 49.3 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 795 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 23,063 $ |