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Cost of living in Benson County, ND

Estimated monthly cost
$2,847/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 5,861 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $810 28%
Federal tax $591 21%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $322 11%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $199 7%
State tax $75 3%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Benson County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$807
per month
1 bedroom
$810
per month
2 bedroom
$928
per month
3 bedroom
$1,300
per month
4 bedroom
$1,558
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Benson County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$68,049
per year
Individual earnings
$46,167
per year
Per capita
$27,568
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Benson County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$83,100
Annual property tax
$724

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Benson 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 Benson County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.7%

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 Benson 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 Benson County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
15.8 min
Drive alone
73.0%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
4.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Benson County

What it costs to live in Benson County each month.

Single person
$2,847
per month
  • Rent $810
  • Energy $199
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $322
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $591
  • State tax $75
Couple
$3,940
per month
  • Rent $928
  • Energy $239
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $534
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $784
  • State tax $111
Family
$6,443
per month
  • Rent $1,300
  • Energy $298
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $810
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $784
  • State tax $111

Frequently asked questions about Benson County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Benson County?

In Benson County, ND, a one-bedroom apartment averages $810 per month, a two-bedroom averages $928 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,300 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Benson County?

In Benson County, ND, the average household income is $68,049 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $46,167 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Benson County?

The estimated cost of living in Benson County, ND is approximately $2,847 per month for a single person, $3,940 for a couple, $6,443 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Benson County?

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

Is Benson County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Benson County, ND would need approximately $2,847 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $68,049 per year ($5,671 per month). Benson County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Benson County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Benson County, ND is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Benson County?

The average home value in Benson County, ND is $83,100, with average annual property taxes of $724, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Benson 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