Cost of Living in North Dakota
North Dakota has 7 cities with cost-of-living data on CompareLiving, drawn from US Census, BEA, HUD, and EPA sources. Median rent is lowest in Fargo at $946/mo and highest in Williston at $1,122/mo.
North Dakota at a Glance
Cities Tracked
7
with census data
Avg Cost Index
N/A
US avg = 100
Avg Median Rent
$1,013
per month
Avg Household Income
$76,425
annual median
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North Dakota Cities — Full Table
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| Fargo | 131,627 | — | $946 | $281,900 | $66,998 |
| Bismarck | 75,556 | — | $999 | $300,300 | $78,387 |
| Grand Forks | 59,042 | — | $980 | $249,900 | $63,627 |
| Minot | 47,791 | — | $973 | $257,100 | $73,219 |
| West Fargo | 40,094 | — | $1,111 | $321,900 | $90,665 |
| Williston | 28,056 | — | $1,122 | $286,200 | $79,381 |
| Dickinson | 25,357 | — | $957 | $263,700 | $82,696 |
Cost Index = BEA Regional Price Parity (US avg = 100) · Income & Rent = US Census ACS
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cost of Living in North Dakota
What is the cost of living in North Dakota?
Cost of living varies significantly across cities in North Dakota. Use the table below to compare individual cities.
What are the cheapest cities to live in North Dakota?
City-level cost index data for North Dakota is being compiled. Check back soon.
What is the median rent in North Dakota?
The average median gross rent across cities in North Dakota is approximately $1,013/month. Rent varies significantly by city and neighborhood — use the city profiles below for specific figures.
What are the income tax rates in North Dakota?
State income tax information for North Dakota is not yet available in our database.
What is the sales tax in North Dakota?
Sales tax information for North Dakota is not yet available in our database.
Is it expensive to move to North Dakota?
Check individual city profiles in North Dakota to estimate your cost of living. Our moving guides offer salary adjustment calculators for popular corridors.
Data last updated: June 1, 2026 · Sources: US Census ACS, BEA RPP, BLS OEWS, HUD FMR, Tax Foundation · Methodology