Cost of living in Mercer County, ND
Population 8,341 · Last updated May 21, 2026
Cost breakdown
Single person, by category, per month.
Rent in Mercer County
Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.
Source: HUD FMR FY2025
Income and earnings in Mercer County
Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.
Home values in Mercer County
Average values reported by homeowners.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
Energy costs in Mercer County
Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.
Source: EIA
Healthcare in Mercer County
Insurance premiums and coverage rates.
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 Mercer County
State and local tax rates for North Dakota.
Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.
Transportation in Mercer County
Commute patterns and estimated costs.
Source: ACS
Monthly cost estimates for Mercer County
What it costs to live in Mercer County each month.
- Rent $869
- Energy $199
- Water $50
- Groceries $322
- Transport $320
- Healthcare $480
- Federal tax $590
- State tax $75
- Rent $1,140
- Energy $239
- Water $60
- Groceries $534
- Transport $420
- Healthcare $864
- Federal tax $970
- State tax $129
- Rent $1,373
- Energy $298
- Water $70
- Groceries $810
- Transport $520
- Healthcare $1,350
- Childcare $1,200
- Federal tax $970
- State tax $129
Frequently asked questions about Mercer County
Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.
What is the average rent in Mercer County?
In Mercer County, ND, a one-bedroom apartment averages $869 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,140 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,373 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.
What is the average salary in Mercer County?
In Mercer County, ND, the average household income is $79,405 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $46,128 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
What is the cost of living in Mercer County?
The estimated cost of living in Mercer County, ND is approximately $2,905 per month for a single person, $4,356 for a couple, $6,720 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.
What is the sales tax rate in Mercer County?
The combined sales tax rate in Mercer County, ND is 6.97%, which includes the North Dakota state rate of 5.00% plus an average local rate of 1.97%.
Is Mercer County an affordable place to live?
Based on the data, a single person in Mercer County, ND would need approximately $2,905 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $79,405 per year ($6,617 per month). Mercer County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.
How much does healthcare cost in Mercer County?
The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Mercer County, ND is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.
What are house prices in Mercer County?
The average home value in Mercer County, ND is $196,200, with average annual property taxes of $2,101, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
How does Mercer 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