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Cost of living in Cavalier County, ND

Estimated monthly cost
$2,826/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 3,663 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $758 27%
Federal tax $619 22%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $322 11%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $199 7%
State tax $78 3%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Cavalier 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 Cavalier County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$67,064
per year
Individual earnings
$47,882
per year
Per capita
$45,550
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Cavalier County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$122,300
Annual property tax
$1,524

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Cavalier 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 Cavalier County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
3.5%

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 Cavalier 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 Cavalier County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
16.4 min
Drive alone
77.2%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
9.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Cavalier County

What it costs to live in Cavalier County each month.

Single person
$2,826
per month
  • Rent $758
  • Energy $199
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $322
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $619
  • State tax $78
Couple
$3,922
per month
  • Rent $928
  • Energy $239
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $534
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $768
  • State tax $109
Family
$6,425
per month
  • Rent $1,300
  • Energy $298
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $810
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $768
  • State tax $109

Frequently asked questions about Cavalier County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Cavalier County?

In Cavalier 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 Cavalier County?

In Cavalier County, ND, the average household income is $67,064 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $47,882 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Cavalier County?

The estimated cost of living in Cavalier County, ND is approximately $2,826 per month for a single person, $3,922 for a couple, $6,425 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Cavalier County?

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

Is Cavalier County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Cavalier County, ND would need approximately $2,826 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $67,064 per year ($5,589 per month). Cavalier County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Cavalier County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Cavalier County, ND is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 3.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Cavalier County?

The average home value in Cavalier County, ND is $122,300, with average annual property taxes of $1,524, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Cavalier 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