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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

📍 Dickinson, ND — COL adjusted from Minneapolis, MN area + state data

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You'd spend $3.2K/month more in Denver, CO

$150.0K in your current city equals $187.9K in Denver, CO

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates · COL index from area
Overall Cost
↑ 42.1%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$3,160
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$37.9K
Per year

Based on monthly living costs (rent, groceries, utilities, transport, healthcare). Home purchase prices shown separately below.

Dickinson, ND

Population:25K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$308K

Denver, CO

Population:716K
Cost Index:142
Median Home:$513K

Dickinson, ND

The Peace Garden State

25K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in North Dakota, this city has a population of 25K residents.

Denver, CO

The Centennial State

716K
Population
State Tax
Yes
Climate
Semi-arid

Notable Facts

  • •Mile-high city (5,280 ft)
  • •Outdoor recreation hub
  • •Major cannabis market

Major Industries

AerospaceTechnologyEnergyTourism

Cost Breakdown by Category

Annual spending: Dickinson, ND vs Denver, CO

🏠Housing
↑ 79.5%
Dickinson, ND
$1,810
Denver, CO
$3,248
Difference
$1,438
more
📦Other
↑ 39.5%
Dickinson, ND
$1,272
Denver, CO
$1,774
Difference
$503
more
🚗Transportation
↑ 47.8%
Dickinson, ND
$989
Denver, CO
$1,462
Difference
$473
more
🛒Groceries
↑ 18.1%
Dickinson, ND
$871
Denver, CO
$1,029
Difference
$158
more
⚡All Utilities
↑ 20.7%
Dickinson, ND
$430
Denver, CO
$519
Difference
$88.92
more
🏥Healthcare
↓ 1.2%
Dickinson, ND
$640
Denver, CO
$632
Difference
$7.91
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🏛️ Local Income Taxes

Denver, CO: Denver Head Tax ($5.75/mo, negligible)$69.00/yr (0.0%)

Dickinson, ND has no local income tax.

Local taxes are in addition to state income tax. Not all cities levy local income taxes.

🏠Rent Comparison

Studio
From$609
To$1,720
↑ $1,111
1 Bed
From$731
To$1,840
↑ $1,109
2 Bed
From$914
To$2,190
↑ $1,276
3 Bed
From$1,279
To$2,870
↑ $1,591
Denver, COZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,620–$2,540/mo

💡 Note: Rent prices are based on HUD Fair Market Rent data and represent median costs. Actual prices vary by neighborhood, amenities, and condition. Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents FY2026.

$6,012
Monthly in Dickinson, ND
$8,665
Monthly in Denver, CO
$2,653
Difference

Home Values

Dickinson
Denver
-
Median Value
$513K
-
YoY Change
↓ -4.2%
-
5-Year Change
↑ +13%
-
Price Range
$352K - $933K
Calculate payment - Denver

Source: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI), January 2026

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
↓ $3.8K
More taxes
Monthly Difference
$318
Less take-home
Effective Rate Diff
2.5%
Rate difference

Dickinson, ND

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
North Dakota State Tax
Effective: 1.9%
$2.8K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 26.5%
$39.8K
Take-Home Pay
$9,184/month
$110.2K

Denver, CO

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Colorado State Tax
Effective: 4.4%
$6.6K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 29.1%
$43.6K
Take-Home Pay
$8,866/month
$106.4K

Additional Tax Information

Dickinson, ND Tax Rates

Sales Tax:6.8%
Property Tax:1.0%

Denver, CO Tax Rates

Sales Tax:7.8%
Property Tax:0.5%

💡 Note: Tax calculations are estimates based on 2024/2025 tax brackets for single filers with standard deduction. Actual taxes may vary based on filing status, deductions, credits, and local variations.

Environment

Dickinson
Denver
42 Good
Air Quality
55 Moderate
66.4%
Good Air Days
35.2%
98 High
Climate Risk
95 High
🌊🌡🌪
Top Hazards
🌊🌪💨
▲+3.6°F
2050 Outlook
▲+3.3°F
14 days
Heat Days >95°F
28 days
▲+3.6°F
2050 Outlook
▲+3.3°F
14 days
Heat Days >95°F
28 days

💰 See how taxes change too — compare take-home pay between North Dakota and Colorado on TaxTakeHome.com

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