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Cost of living in Stark County, ND

Estimated monthly cost
$2,942/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 33,116 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $855 29%
Federal tax $636 22%
Healthcare $480 16%
Groceries $322 11%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $199 7%
State tax $80 3%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Stark County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$850
per month
1 bedroom
$855
per month
2 bedroom
$1,020
per month
3 bedroom
$1,429
per month
4 bedroom
$1,713
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Stark County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$80,744
per year
Individual earnings
$48,932
per year
Per capita
$40,640
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Stark County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$260,400
Annual property tax
$2,398

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Stark 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 Stark County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.5%

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 Stark 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 Stark County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
18.3 min
Drive alone
81.2%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
6.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Stark County

What it costs to live in Stark County each month.

Single person
$2,942
per month
  • Rent $855
  • Energy $199
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $322
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $636
  • State tax $80
Couple
$4,260
per month
  • Rent $1,020
  • Energy $239
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $534
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $992
  • State tax $131
Family
$6,800
per month
  • Rent $1,429
  • Energy $298
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $810
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $992
  • State tax $131

Frequently asked questions about Stark County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Stark County?

In Stark County, ND, a one-bedroom apartment averages $855 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,020 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,429 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Stark County?

In Stark County, ND, the average household income is $80,744 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $48,932 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Stark County?

The estimated cost of living in Stark County, ND is approximately $2,942 per month for a single person, $4,260 for a couple, $6,800 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Stark County?

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

Is Stark County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Stark County, ND would need approximately $2,942 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $80,744 per year ($6,729 per month). Stark County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Stark County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Stark County, ND is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Stark County?

The average home value in Stark County, ND is $260,400, with average annual property taxes of $2,398, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Stark County compare to other areas?

You can compare Stark County, ND with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Stark County is in the Dickinson, ND metro area.

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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