Cost of Living in Nelson County, ND

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

Median Income

$62,219

Median Rent

$539/mo

Median Home

$107,400

Affordability

796

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$543
Property Tax$72
Insurance$36

Total Monthly$651
% of Income12.6%

Renting

Median Rent$539
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$564
% of Income10.4%

Living in Nelson County, North Dakota

Nelson County has a median household income of $62,219 with housing costs that represent 12.6% of income for owners and 10.4% 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.