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Cost of living in Dickey County, ND

Estimated monthly cost
$2,661/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 4,959 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $732 28%
Federal tax $493 19%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $322 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 7%
State tax $65 2%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Dickey County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$727
per month
1 bedroom
$732
per month
2 bedroom
$928
per month
3 bedroom
$1,232
per month
4 bedroom
$1,558
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Dickey County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$63,125
per year
Individual earnings
$40,219
per year
Per capita
$40,260
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Dickey County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$167,100
Annual property tax
$1,538

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Dickey 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 Dickey County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.0%

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 Dickey 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 Dickey County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
16.6 min
Drive alone
73.7%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
8.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Dickey County

What it costs to live in Dickey County each month.

Single person
$2,661
per month
  • Rent $732
  • Energy $199
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $322
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $493
  • State tax $65
Couple
$3,851
per month
  • Rent $928
  • Energy $239
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $534
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $703
  • State tax $103
Family
$6,286
per month
  • Rent $1,232
  • Energy $298
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $810
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $703
  • State tax $103

Frequently asked questions about Dickey County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Dickey County?

In Dickey County, ND, a one-bedroom apartment averages $732 per month, a two-bedroom averages $928 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,232 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Dickey County?

In Dickey County, ND, the average household income is $63,125 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $40,219 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Dickey County?

The estimated cost of living in Dickey County, ND is approximately $2,661 per month for a single person, $3,851 for a couple, $6,286 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Dickey County?

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

Is Dickey County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Dickey County, ND would need approximately $2,661 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $63,125 per year ($5,260 per month). Dickey County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Dickey County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Dickey County, ND is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Dickey County?

The average home value in Dickey County, ND is $167,100, with average annual property taxes of $1,538, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Dickey 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