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    A Big City with a Small Town Feel

    January 3, 2024

    As the cost of living and crime rates rise, more Americans are looking at rural cities as their next home but are hesitant to leave the amenities of their metropolitan. Bismarck-Mandan offers all the comforts of your usual metropolitan area, without the usual pain points. With an abundance of schools, recreation, and housing, Bis-Man may just have all you need to live a full (and fun) life. 


    Safety is a Priority
    To determine where Americans can feel most secure — in more than one sense — WalletHub compared more than 180 cities across 41 key indicators of safety. Bismarck ranked #15 on this list thanks to its financial safety, low natural disaster risk and community safety.   


    4 Seasons of Outdoor Recreation  
    The people of the Bismarck-Mandan love their surroundings and embrace the ability to get outside. Exhilarating activities aren’t limited to the warmer months. Instead, recreation opportunities abound year-round, heating up as the temperature drops. These activities to stretch your legs and your mind are only a sample of what awaits you outdoors  
    Check it out! 


    Low Cost of Living  
    BestPlaces indicates the Bismarck-Mandan Metropolitan Statistical Area is nearly 10% more affordable than the national average. While utilities and transportation costs lead the way, housing is consistently below the the national average.  See how the cost of living in Bis-Man compares to other cities by accessing our Cost of Living Calculator.

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    Family Oriented Activities  
    There’s no other way to say it: Bismarck-Mandan is one of the best places to raise a family. From Indoor and outdoor go-carts to zoo's and waterparks, Bismarck-Mandan has it all. Check out the various artistic and cultural venues, kid-friendly restaurants, family-focused entertainment or year-round outdoor recreation for ideas to keep the family involved.  
    Take a peak at just some of the ways you and the fam can keep it real!  
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    Make a move to Bis-Man and Make Your Mark Today! Contact us now, and we will walk you through whatever assistance you need. Or use the Relocation Assistance Guide to make your dreams a reality!  

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