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Cost of living in Bottineau County, ND

Estimated monthly cost
$2,793/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 6,390 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $763 27%
Federal tax $585 21%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $322 12%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $199 7%
State tax $74 3%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Bottineau County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$759
per month
1 bedroom
$763
per month
2 bedroom
$928
per month
3 bedroom
$1,281
per month
4 bedroom
$1,558
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Bottineau County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$83,460
per year
Individual earnings
$45,842
per year
Per capita
$48,356
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Bottineau County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$190,900
Annual property tax
$1,335

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Bottineau 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 Bottineau County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.5%

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 Bottineau 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 Bottineau County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
19.5 min
Drive alone
77.0%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
5.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Bottineau County

What it costs to live in Bottineau County each month.

Single person
$2,793
per month
  • Rent $763
  • Energy $199
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $322
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $585
  • State tax $74
Couple
$4,217
per month
  • Rent $928
  • Energy $239
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $534
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,036
  • State tax $136
Family
$6,701
per month
  • Rent $1,281
  • Energy $298
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $810
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,036
  • State tax $136

Frequently asked questions about Bottineau County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Bottineau County?

In Bottineau County, ND, a one-bedroom apartment averages $763 per month, a two-bedroom averages $928 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,281 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Bottineau County?

In Bottineau County, ND, the average household income is $83,460 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $45,842 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Bottineau County?

The estimated cost of living in Bottineau County, ND is approximately $2,793 per month for a single person, $4,217 for a couple, $6,701 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Bottineau County?

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

Is Bottineau County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Bottineau County, ND would need approximately $2,793 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $83,460 per year ($6,955 per month). Bottineau County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Bottineau County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Bottineau County, ND is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Bottineau County?

The average home value in Bottineau County, ND is $190,900, with average annual property taxes of $1,335, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Bottineau 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