Cost of Living in Grand Forks County, ND

What does it cost to live in Grand Forks County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$64,698

Median Rent

$941/mo

Median Home

$235,400

Affordability

362

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,190
Property Tax$220
Insurance$78

Total Monthly$1,488
% of Income27.6%

Renting

Median Rent$941
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$966
% of Income17.5%

Living in Grand Forks County, North Dakota

Grand Forks County has a median household income of $64,698 with housing costs that represent 27.6% of income for owners and 17.5% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.