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Cost of living in Traill County, ND

Estimated monthly cost
$2,818/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 7,980 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $749 27%
Federal tax $620 22%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $322 11%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $199 7%
State tax $78 3%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Traill County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$745
per month
1 bedroom
$749
per month
2 bedroom
$928
per month
3 bedroom
$1,226
per month
4 bedroom
$1,230
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Traill County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$88,289
per year
Individual earnings
$47,947
per year
Per capita
$43,803
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Traill County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$193,200
Annual property tax
$2,018

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Traill 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 Traill County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.1%

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 Traill 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 Traill County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
19.3 min
Drive alone
81.6%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
5.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Traill County

What it costs to live in Traill County each month.

Single person
$2,818
per month
  • Rent $749
  • Energy $199
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $322
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $620
  • State tax $78
Couple
$4,303
per month
  • Rent $928
  • Energy $239
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $534
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,115
  • State tax $143
Family
$6,732
per month
  • Rent $1,226
  • 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 Traill County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Traill County?

In Traill County, ND, a one-bedroom apartment averages $749 per month, a two-bedroom averages $928 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,226 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Traill County?

In Traill County, ND, the average household income is $88,289 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $47,947 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Traill County?

The estimated cost of living in Traill County, ND is approximately $2,818 per month for a single person, $4,303 for a couple, $6,732 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Traill County?

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

Is Traill County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Traill County, ND would need approximately $2,818 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $88,289 per year ($7,357 per month). Traill County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Traill County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Traill County, ND is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Traill County?

The average home value in Traill County, ND is $193,200, with average annual property taxes of $2,018, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Traill 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