Cost of Living in Scranton, ND
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
107.0
100 = national avg
+7.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$47,093
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$111,311
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing71.5
Food119.7
Transportation139.5
Healthcare115.8
Utilities106.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$796
per month
2 Bedroom
$873
per month
The overall cost of living index in Scranton is 107.0, which is 7.0% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 71.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $47,093 per year to cover basic expenses.