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Cost of living in Billings County, ND

Estimated monthly cost
$2,601/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 948 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $758 29%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $478 18%
Groceries $322 12%
Transport $250 10%
Energy $199 8%
State tax $64 2%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Billings County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$753
per month
1 bedroom
$758
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 Billings County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$81,250
per year
Individual earnings
$39,267
per year
Per capita
$42,078
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Billings County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$322,500
Annual property tax
$1,189

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Billings 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 Billings County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
4.0%

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 Billings 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 Billings County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
24.0 min
Drive alone
68.1%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
11.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Billings County

What it costs to live in Billings County each month.

Single person
$2,601
per month
  • Rent $758
  • Energy $199
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $322
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $478
  • State tax $64
Couple
$4,107
per month
  • Rent $928
  • Energy $239
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $534
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,000
  • State tax $132
Family
$6,610
per month
  • Rent $1,300
  • Energy $298
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $810
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,000
  • State tax $132

Frequently asked questions about Billings County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Billings County?

In Billings County, ND, a one-bedroom apartment averages $758 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 Billings County?

In Billings County, ND, the average household income is $81,250 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $39,267 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Billings County?

The estimated cost of living in Billings County, ND is approximately $2,601 per month for a single person, $4,107 for a couple, $6,610 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Billings County?

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

Is Billings County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Billings County, ND would need approximately $2,601 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $81,250 per year ($6,771 per month). Billings County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Billings County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Billings County, ND is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 4.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Billings County?

The average home value in Billings County, ND is $322,500, with average annual property taxes of $1,189, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Billings County compare to other areas?

You can compare Billings County, ND with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Billings County is in the Dickinson, ND metro area.

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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