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Cost of living in Williams County, ND

Estimated monthly cost
$3,185/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 39,368 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,026 32%
Federal tax $702 22%
Healthcare $480 15%
Groceries $322 10%
Transport $320 10%
Energy $199 6%
State tax $86 3%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Williams County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,003
per month
1 bedroom
$1,026
per month
2 bedroom
$1,154
per month
3 bedroom
$1,617
per month
4 bedroom
$1,938
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Williams County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$90,224
per year
Individual earnings
$52,959
per year
Per capita
$45,793
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Williams County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$267,800
Annual property tax
$1,913

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Williams 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 Williams County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
11.7%

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 Williams 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 Williams County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
18.7 min
Drive alone
83.3%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
3.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Williams County

What it costs to live in Williams County each month.

Single person
$3,185
per month
  • Rent $1,026
  • Energy $199
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $322
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $702
  • State tax $86
Couple
$4,565
per month
  • Rent $1,154
  • Energy $239
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $534
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,147
  • State tax $147
Family
$7,159
per month
  • Rent $1,617
  • Energy $298
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $810
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,147
  • State tax $147

Frequently asked questions about Williams County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Williams County?

In Williams County, ND, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,026 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,154 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,617 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Williams County?

In Williams County, ND, the average household income is $90,224 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $52,959 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Williams County?

The estimated cost of living in Williams County, ND is approximately $3,185 per month for a single person, $4,565 for a couple, $7,159 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Williams County?

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

Is Williams County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Williams County, ND would need approximately $3,185 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $90,224 per year ($7,519 per month). Williams County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Williams County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Williams County, ND is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 11.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Williams County?

The average home value in Williams County, ND is $267,800, with average annual property taxes of $1,913, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Williams County compare to other areas?

You can compare Williams County, ND with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Williams County is in the Williston, 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