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Cost of living in Kidder County, ND

Estimated monthly cost
$2,796/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 2,374 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $809 29%
Federal tax $609 22%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $322 12%
Transport $250 9%
Energy $199 7%
State tax $77 3%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Kidder County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$807
per month
1 bedroom
$809
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 Kidder County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$61,850
per year
Individual earnings
$47,297
per year
Per capita
$35,003
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Kidder County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$138,500
Annual property tax
$910

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Kidder 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 Kidder County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
3.4%

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 Kidder 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 Kidder County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
20.5 min
Drive alone
66.6%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
19.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Kidder County

What it costs to live in Kidder County each month.

Single person
$2,796
per month
  • Rent $809
  • Energy $199
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $322
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $609
  • State tax $77
Couple
$3,758
per month
  • Rent $928
  • Energy $239
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $534
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $682
  • State tax $101
Family
$6,261
per month
  • Rent $1,300
  • Energy $298
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $810
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $682
  • State tax $101

Frequently asked questions about Kidder County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Kidder County?

In Kidder County, ND, a one-bedroom apartment averages $809 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 Kidder County?

In Kidder County, ND, the average household income is $61,850 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $47,297 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Kidder County?

The estimated cost of living in Kidder County, ND is approximately $2,796 per month for a single person, $3,758 for a couple, $6,261 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Kidder County?

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

Is Kidder County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Kidder County, ND would need approximately $2,796 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $61,850 per year ($5,154 per month). Kidder County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Kidder County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Kidder County, ND is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 3.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Kidder County?

The average home value in Kidder County, ND is $138,500, with average annual property taxes of $910, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Kidder 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