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Cost of living in Rolette County, ND

Estimated monthly cost
$2,621/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 12,065 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $707 27%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $479 18%
Groceries $322 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 8%
State tax $64 2%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Rolette County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$703
per month
1 bedroom
$707
per month
2 bedroom
$928
per month
3 bedroom
$1,187
per month
4 bedroom
$1,558
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Rolette County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$57,355
per year
Individual earnings
$39,331
per year
Per capita
$25,606
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Rolette County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$93,000
Annual property tax
$907

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Rolette 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 Rolette County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
24.2%

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 Rolette 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 Rolette County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
16.9 min
Drive alone
75.5%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
4.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Rolette County

What it costs to live in Rolette County each month.

Single person
$2,621
per month
  • Rent $707
  • Energy $199
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $322
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $479
  • State tax $64
Couple
$3,747
per month
  • Rent $928
  • Energy $239
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $534
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $609
  • State tax $93
Family
$6,137
per month
  • Rent $1,187
  • Energy $298
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $810
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $609
  • State tax $93

Frequently asked questions about Rolette County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Rolette County?

In Rolette County, ND, a one-bedroom apartment averages $707 per month, a two-bedroom averages $928 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,187 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Rolette County?

In Rolette County, ND, the average household income is $57,355 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $39,331 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Rolette County?

The estimated cost of living in Rolette County, ND is approximately $2,621 per month for a single person, $3,747 for a couple, $6,137 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Rolette County?

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

Is Rolette County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Rolette County, ND would need approximately $2,621 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $57,355 per year ($4,780 per month). Rolette County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Rolette County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Rolette County, ND is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 24.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Rolette County?

The average home value in Rolette County, ND is $93,000, with average annual property taxes of $907, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Rolette 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