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Cost of Living in North Dakota

Explore cost of living data for 48 cities in North Dakota. Compare housing, rent, groceries, healthcare, and utility costs with detailed city-by-city breakdowns.

Cost Index

100.0

Average

Avg Rent

$1,125

/month

State Tax

1.95%

income tax

Avg Income

$N/A

/year

Cities

tracked

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Living in North Dakota: What to Know

North Dakota has a cost of living index of 100.0, meaning overall expenses are approximately in line with the national average. With 48 cities tracked in our database, the state offers a wide range of living situations from very affordable small towns to pricier metropolitan areas.

Housing is typically the largest expense category. Average rent in North Dakota is approximately $1,125 per month, with significant variation between urban centers and rural communities. Median home values average around $374,697 statewide.

The state income tax rate in North Dakota is 1.95%, which directly affects take-home pay. Factor this into salary comparisons when considering a move from states with different tax rates.

North Dakota Cost of Living FAQ

Common questions about living costs in North Dakota.

North Dakota has a cost of living index of 100.0 compared to the national average of 100. This means costs are approximately in line with national averages. The state has 48 cities tracked in our database with varying costs across urban and rural areas.

The average monthly rent in North Dakota is approximately $1,125 per month. Rent varies significantly by city — major metropolitan areas tend to have rents 30-60% higher than rural communities within the state. Our city-by-city breakdown below provides median rent, median home prices, and utility costs for every tracked city.

North Dakota has a state income tax rate of approximately 1.95%. This affects take-home pay significantly — on a $100,000 salary, you'd pay roughly $1,950 in state income taxes.

The most affordable cities in North Dakota include Hunter (-22% vs national average), Buffalo (-20% vs national average), Page (-19% vs national average). These cities offer significantly lower housing, grocery, and healthcare costs compared to national averages. Explore each city page for detailed expense breakdowns.

North Dakota offers average cost of living with 48 cities to choose from. Key factors to consider include housing costs (average rent ~$1,125/mo), job market, climate, and quality of life. Browse individual city pages below for specific cost breakdowns to help you decide.

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Almont

Anamoose

Arthur

Berthold

Bismarck

Buffalo

Casselton

Davenport

Drake

Emerado

Enderlin

Fargo

Flasher

Gilby

Glen Ullin

Glenburn

Grand Forks

Grand Forks AFB

Grandin

Granville

Hebron

Horace

Hunter

Kenmare

Kindred

Leonard

Makoti

Mandan

Manvel

Mapleton

Minot

Minot AFB

Mohall

New Salem

Niagara

Northwood

Page

Reynolds

Sawyer

Sherwood

Surrey

Thompson

Tower City

Towner

Upham

Velva

West Fargo

Wing

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