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Cost of living in Emmons County, ND

Estimated monthly cost
$2,673/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 3,269 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $707 26%
Federal tax $526 20%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $322 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 7%
State tax $69 3%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Emmons County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$703
per month
1 bedroom
$707
per month
2 bedroom
$928
per month
3 bedroom
$1,118
per month
4 bedroom
$1,558
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Emmons County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$67,368
per year
Individual earnings
$42,218
per year
Per capita
$39,671
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Emmons County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$112,400
Annual property tax
$1,011

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Emmons 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 Emmons County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.5%

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 Emmons 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 Emmons County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
19.4 min
Drive alone
71.8%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
12.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Emmons County

What it costs to live in Emmons County each month.

Single person
$2,673
per month
  • Rent $707
  • Energy $199
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $322
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $526
  • State tax $69
Couple
$3,926
per month
  • Rent $928
  • Energy $239
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $534
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $772
  • State tax $109
Family
$6,247
per month
  • Rent $1,118
  • Energy $298
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $810
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $772
  • State tax $109

Frequently asked questions about Emmons County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Emmons County?

In Emmons County, ND, a one-bedroom apartment averages $707 per month, a two-bedroom averages $928 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,118 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Emmons County?

In Emmons County, ND, the average household income is $67,368 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $42,218 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Emmons County?

The estimated cost of living in Emmons County, ND is approximately $2,673 per month for a single person, $3,926 for a couple, $6,247 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Emmons County?

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

Is Emmons County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Emmons County, ND would need approximately $2,673 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $67,368 per year ($5,614 per month). Emmons County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Emmons County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Emmons County, ND is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Emmons County?

The average home value in Emmons County, ND is $112,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,011, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Emmons 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