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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

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

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You'd spend $2.4K/month more in Phoenix, AZ

$150.0K in your current city equals $179.3K in Phoenix, AZ

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates · COL index from area
Overall Cost
↑ 32.5%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$2,438
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$29.3K
Per year

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

Williston, ND

Population:28K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$308K

Phoenix, AZ

Population:1608K
Cost Index:133
Median Home:$414K

Williston, ND

The Peace Garden State

28K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in North Dakota, this city has a population of 28K residents.

Phoenix, AZ

The Grand Canyon State

1.6M
Population
State Tax
Yes
Climate
Hot desert

Notable Facts

  • •Fastest growing major city
  • •Desert metropolis
  • •Spring training capital

Major Industries

TechnologyHealthcareTourismManufacturing

Cost Breakdown by Category

Annual spending: Williston, ND vs Phoenix, AZ

🏠Housing
↑ 53.1%
Williston, ND
$1,821
Phoenix, AZ
$2,788
Difference
$967
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🚗Transportation
↑ 49.7%
Williston, ND
$995
Phoenix, AZ
$1,489
Difference
$494
more
📦Other
↑ 31.1%
Williston, ND
$1,280
Phoenix, AZ
$1,677
Difference
$398
more
⚡All Utilities
↑ 30.0%
Williston, ND
$432
Phoenix, AZ
$561
Difference
$130
more
🛒Groceries
↑ 10.2%
Williston, ND
$874
Phoenix, AZ
$963
Difference
$89.28
more
🏥Healthcare
↓ 8.3%
Williston, ND
$642
Phoenix, AZ
$589
Difference
$53.28
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🏠Rent Comparison

Studio
From$613
To$1,390
↑ $777
1 Bed
From$736
To$1,510
↑ $774
2 Bed
From$919
To$1,750
↑ $831
3 Bed
From$1,287
To$2,330
↑ $1,043
Phoenix, AZZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,300–$2,380/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.

$6,043
Monthly in Williston, ND
$8,068
Monthly in Phoenix, AZ
$2,024
Difference

Home Values

Williston
Phoenix
-
Median Value
$414K
-
YoY Change
↓ -3.1%
-
5-Year Change
↑ +30.2%
-
Price Range
$274K - $957K
Calculate payment - Phoenix

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

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
↓ $2.5K
More taxes
Monthly Difference
$204
Less take-home
Effective Rate Diff
1.6%
Rate difference

Williston, 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

Phoenix, AZ

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Arizona State Tax
Effective: 3.5%
$5.2K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 28.2%
$42.2K
Take-Home Pay
$8,979/month
$107.8K

Additional Tax Information

Williston, ND Tax Rates

Sales Tax:6.8%
Property Tax:1.0%

Phoenix, AZ Tax Rates

Sales Tax:8.5%
Property Tax:0.6%

💡 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

Williston
Phoenix
42 Good
Air Quality
77 Moderate
66.4%
Good Air Days
9%
98 High
Climate Risk
100 Very High
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Top Hazards
🔥🌊🌡
▲+3.6°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.7°F
14 days
Heat Days >95°F
162 days
▲+3.6°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.7°F
14 days
Heat Days >95°F
162 days

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

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