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Cost of living in Wells County, ND

Estimated monthly cost
$2,658/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 3,942 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $811 31%
Federal tax $482 18%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $322 12%
Transport $250 9%
Energy $199 7%
State tax $64 2%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Wells County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$807
per month
1 bedroom
$811
per month
2 bedroom
$928
per month
3 bedroom
$1,300
per month
4 bedroom
$1,558
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Wells County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$61,346
per year
Individual earnings
$39,531
per year
Per capita
$42,252
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Wells County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$106,400
Annual property tax
$1,107

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Wells 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 Wells 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 Wells 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 Wells County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
14.8 min
Drive alone
61.4%
Public transit
0.7%
Work from home
9.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Wells County

What it costs to live in Wells County each month.

Single person
$2,658
per month
  • Rent $811
  • Energy $199
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $322
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $482
  • State tax $64
Couple
$3,749
per month
  • Rent $928
  • Energy $239
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $534
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $674
  • State tax $100
Family
$6,252
per month
  • Rent $1,300
  • Energy $298
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $810
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $674
  • State tax $100

Frequently asked questions about Wells County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Wells County?

In Wells County, ND, a one-bedroom apartment averages $811 per month, a two-bedroom averages $928 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,300 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Wells County?

In Wells County, ND, the average household income is $61,346 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $39,531 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Wells County?

The estimated cost of living in Wells County, ND is approximately $2,658 per month for a single person, $3,749 for a couple, $6,252 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Wells County?

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

Is Wells County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Wells County, ND would need approximately $2,658 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $61,346 per year ($5,112 per month). Wells County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Wells County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Wells 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 Wells County?

The average home value in Wells County, ND is $106,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,107, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Wells 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