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Bismarck, ND

Cost of living in Burleigh County, ND

Part of the Bismarck Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,023/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 98,986 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $917 30%
Federal tax $654 22%
Healthcare $480 16%
Groceries $322 11%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $199 7%
State tax $81 3%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Burleigh County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$828
per month
1 bedroom
$917
per month
2 bedroom
$1,023
per month
3 bedroom
$1,433
per month
4 bedroom
$1,718
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Burleigh County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$84,948
per year
Individual earnings
$50,043
per year
Per capita
$44,873
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Burleigh County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$314,700
Annual property tax
$2,764

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Burleigh 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 Burleigh County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
4.7%

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 Burleigh 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 Burleigh County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
17.5 min
Drive alone
80.1%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
8.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Burleigh County

What it costs to live in Burleigh County each month.

Single person
$3,023
per month
  • Rent $917
  • Energy $199
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $322
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $654
  • State tax $81
Couple
$4,338
per month
  • Rent $1,023
  • Energy $239
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $534
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,060
  • State tax $138
Family
$6,879
per month
  • Rent $1,433
  • Energy $298
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $810
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,060
  • State tax $138

Frequently asked questions about Burleigh County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Burleigh County?

In Burleigh County, ND, a one-bedroom apartment averages $917 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,023 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,433 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Burleigh County?

In Burleigh County, ND, the average household income is $84,948 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $50,043 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Burleigh County?

The estimated cost of living in Burleigh County, ND is approximately $3,023 per month for a single person, $4,338 for a couple, $6,879 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Burleigh County?

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

Is Burleigh County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Burleigh County, ND would need approximately $3,023 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $84,948 per year ($7,079 per month). Burleigh County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Burleigh County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Burleigh County, ND is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 4.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Burleigh County?

The average home value in Burleigh County, ND is $314,700, with average annual property taxes of $2,764, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Burleigh County compare to other areas?

You can compare Burleigh County, ND with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Burleigh County is in the Bismarck, 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