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Cost of living in Hettinger County, ND

Estimated monthly cost
$2,741/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 2,453 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $758 28%
Federal tax $542 20%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $322 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 7%
State tax $70 3%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Hettinger County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$753
per month
1 bedroom
$758
per month
2 bedroom
$928
per month
3 bedroom
$1,151
per month
4 bedroom
$1,558
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Hettinger County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$70,827
per year
Individual earnings
$43,205
per year
Per capita
$43,990
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Hettinger County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$110,900
Annual property tax
$1,251

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Hettinger 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 Hettinger County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.3%

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 Hettinger 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 Hettinger County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
17.0 min
Drive alone
72.5%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
10.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Hettinger County

What it costs to live in Hettinger County each month.

Single person
$2,741
per month
  • Rent $758
  • Energy $199
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $322
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $542
  • State tax $70
Couple
$3,989
per month
  • Rent $928
  • Energy $239
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $534
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $829
  • State tax $115
Family
$6,343
per month
  • Rent $1,151
  • Energy $298
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $810
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $829
  • State tax $115

Frequently asked questions about Hettinger County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Hettinger County?

In Hettinger County, ND, a one-bedroom apartment averages $758 per month, a two-bedroom averages $928 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,151 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Hettinger County?

In Hettinger County, ND, the average household income is $70,827 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $43,205 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Hettinger County?

The estimated cost of living in Hettinger County, ND is approximately $2,741 per month for a single person, $3,989 for a couple, $6,343 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Hettinger County?

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

Is Hettinger County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Hettinger County, ND would need approximately $2,741 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $70,827 per year ($5,902 per month). Hettinger County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Hettinger County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Hettinger County, ND is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Hettinger County?

The average home value in Hettinger County, ND is $110,900, with average annual property taxes of $1,251, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Hettinger 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