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Cost of living in Barnes County, ND

Estimated monthly cost
$2,634/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 10,794 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $707 27%
Federal tax $491 19%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $322 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 8%
State tax $65 2%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Barnes County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$703
per month
1 bedroom
$707
per month
2 bedroom
$928
per month
3 bedroom
$1,118
per month
4 bedroom
$1,558
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Barnes County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$70,230
per year
Individual earnings
$40,060
per year
Per capita
$41,622
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Barnes County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$168,100
Annual property tax
$1,842

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Barnes County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$139
per month · 12.6¢/kWh
Natural gas
$60
per month
Annual total
$2,388
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Barnes County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
4.8%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Barnes County

State and local tax rates for North Dakota.

State income tax
1.9%
Flat rate
State sales tax
5.0%
Combined sales tax
7.0%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Barnes County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
18.8 min
Drive alone
80.9%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
4.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Barnes County

What it costs to live in Barnes County each month.

Single person
$2,634
per month
  • Rent $707
  • Energy $199
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $322
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $491
  • State tax $65
Couple
$3,978
per month
  • Rent $928
  • Energy $239
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $534
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $819
  • State tax $114
Family
$6,299
per month
  • Rent $1,118
  • Energy $298
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $810
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $819
  • State tax $114

Frequently asked questions about Barnes County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Barnes County?

In Barnes County, ND, a one-bedroom apartment averages $707 per month, a two-bedroom averages $928 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,118 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Barnes County?

In Barnes County, ND, the average household income is $70,230 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $40,060 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Barnes County?

The estimated cost of living in Barnes County, ND is approximately $2,634 per month for a single person, $3,978 for a couple, $6,299 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Barnes County?

The combined sales tax rate in Barnes County, ND is 6.97%, which includes the North Dakota state rate of 5.00% plus an average local rate of 1.97%.

Is Barnes County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Barnes County, ND would need approximately $2,634 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $70,230 per year ($5,853 per month). Barnes County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Barnes County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Barnes County, ND is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 4.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Barnes County?

The average home value in Barnes County, ND is $168,100, with average annual property taxes of $1,842, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Barnes County compare to other areas?

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources