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Cost of living in Slope County, ND

Estimated monthly cost
$2,593/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 795 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $761 29%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $468 18%
Groceries $322 12%
Transport $250 10%
Energy $199 8%
State tax $63 2%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Slope County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$756
per month
1 bedroom
$761
per month
2 bedroom
$932
per month
3 bedroom
$1,306
per month
4 bedroom
$1,565
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Slope County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$62,500
per year
Individual earnings
$38,654
per year
Per capita
$44,034
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Slope County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$121,300
Annual property tax
$460

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Slope 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 Slope County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
2.9%

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 Slope 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 Slope County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
19.4 min
Drive alone
59.9%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
11.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Slope County

What it costs to live in Slope County each month.

Single person
$2,593
per month
  • Rent $761
  • Energy $199
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $322
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $468
  • State tax $63
Couple
$3,774
per month
  • Rent $932
  • Energy $239
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $534
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $693
  • State tax $102
Family
$6,279
per month
  • Rent $1,306
  • Energy $298
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $810
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $693
  • State tax $102

Frequently asked questions about Slope County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Slope County?

In Slope County, ND, a one-bedroom apartment averages $761 per month, a two-bedroom averages $932 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,306 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Slope County?

In Slope County, ND, the average household income is $62,500 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $38,654 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Slope County?

The estimated cost of living in Slope County, ND is approximately $2,593 per month for a single person, $3,774 for a couple, $6,279 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Slope County?

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

Is Slope County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Slope County, ND would need approximately $2,593 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $62,500 per year ($5,208 per month). Slope County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Slope County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Slope County, ND is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 2.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Slope County?

The average home value in Slope County, ND is $121,300, with average annual property taxes of $460, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Slope 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