Cost of Living in Wells County, ND

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

Median Income

$59,732

Median Rent

$594/mo

Median Home

$104,200

Affordability

758

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$527
Property Tax$95
Insurance$35

Total Monthly$657
% of Income13.2%

Renting

Median Rent$594
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$619
% of Income11.9%

Living in Wells County, North Dakota

Wells County has a median household income of $59,732 with housing costs that represent 13.2% of income for owners and 11.9% 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.