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Cost of living in Griggs County, ND

Estimated monthly cost
$2,629/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 2,340 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $707 27%
Federal tax $550 21%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $322 12%
Transport $250 10%
Energy $199 8%
State tax $71 3%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Griggs County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$703
per month
1 bedroom
$707
per month
2 bedroom
$928
per month
3 bedroom
$1,180
per month
4 bedroom
$1,558
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Griggs County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$64,737
per year
Individual earnings
$43,675
per year
Per capita
$47,183
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Griggs County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$128,200
Annual property tax
$1,162

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Griggs 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 Griggs County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.7%

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 Griggs 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 Griggs County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
15.9 min
Drive alone
67.6%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
10.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Griggs County

What it costs to live in Griggs County each month.

Single person
$2,629
per month
  • Rent $707
  • Energy $199
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $322
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $550
  • State tax $71
Couple
$3,809
per month
  • Rent $928
  • Energy $239
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $534
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $729
  • State tax $105
Family
$6,192
per month
  • Rent $1,180
  • Energy $298
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $810
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $729
  • State tax $105

Frequently asked questions about Griggs County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Griggs County?

In Griggs County, ND, a one-bedroom apartment averages $707 per month, a two-bedroom averages $928 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,180 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Griggs County?

In Griggs County, ND, the average household income is $64,737 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $43,675 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Griggs County?

The estimated cost of living in Griggs County, ND is approximately $2,629 per month for a single person, $3,809 for a couple, $6,192 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Griggs County?

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

Is Griggs County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Griggs County, ND would need approximately $2,629 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $64,737 per year ($5,395 per month). Griggs County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Griggs County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Griggs County, ND is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Griggs County?

The average home value in Griggs County, ND is $128,200, with average annual property taxes of $1,162, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Griggs 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