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Cost of living in McKenzie County, ND

Estimated monthly cost
$3,379/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 14,280 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,096 32%
Federal tax $815 24%
Healthcare $480 14%
Groceries $322 10%
Transport $320 9%
Energy $199 6%
State tax $97 3%
Water $50 1%

Rent in McKenzie County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,090
per month
1 bedroom
$1,096
per month
2 bedroom
$1,351
per month
3 bedroom
$1,628
per month
4 bedroom
$2,235
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in McKenzie County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$88,289
per year
Individual earnings
$59,867
per year
Per capita
$48,665
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in McKenzie County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$357,300
Annual property tax
$1,473

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in McKenzie 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 McKenzie County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
13.5%

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 McKenzie 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 McKenzie County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
20.6 min
Drive alone
76.2%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
8.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for McKenzie County

What it costs to live in McKenzie County each month.

Single person
$3,379
per month
  • Rent $1,096
  • Energy $199
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $322
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $815
  • State tax $97
Couple
$4,726
per month
  • Rent $1,351
  • Energy $239
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $534
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,115
  • State tax $143
Family
$7,134
per month
  • Rent $1,628
  • Energy $298
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $810
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,115
  • State tax $143

Frequently asked questions about McKenzie County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in McKenzie County?

In McKenzie County, ND, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,096 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,351 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,628 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in McKenzie County?

In McKenzie County, ND, the average household income is $88,289 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $59,867 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in McKenzie County?

The estimated cost of living in McKenzie County, ND is approximately $3,379 per month for a single person, $4,726 for a couple, $7,134 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in McKenzie County?

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

Is McKenzie County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in McKenzie County, ND would need approximately $3,379 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $88,289 per year ($7,357 per month). McKenzie County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in McKenzie County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in McKenzie County, ND is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 13.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in McKenzie County?

The average home value in McKenzie County, ND is $357,300, with average annual property taxes of $1,473, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does McKenzie 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