Is it expensive to live in North Dakota?

Compared to the rest of the country, North Dakota's cost of living is 11.4% lower than the U.S. average..

What are the schools like in North Dakota?

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What is the weather like in North Dakota?

July, August and June are the most pleasant months in the state of North Dakota, while January and December are the least comfortable months.

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United States / North Dakota

North Dakota has a proud heritage rooted in agricultural lands and Native American culture. Visitors can explore the plains’ natural beauty through parks like Theodore Roosevelt National Park or take part in festivals such as Medora Musical which celebrates local history and traditions.

Location Details

State: North Dakota
County: Cass, Burleigh, 53 total
Metro Area: Fargo, Bismarck, 8 total
City: Fargo, Bismarck, 1457 total

Zip Codes: 58103, 58201, 58104, 58078, 58701, 58503, 58501, 58102, 58801, 58504, 386 total
Cost of Living: -11.4% lower

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North Dakota Cost of Living

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$240,700

Median Home Price

-40.5% lower than avg

$68,131

Median Income

-1.3% lower than avg

$920 /mo

Monthly rent (2br)

-55.4% lower than avg

88.6 / 100
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North Dakota Crime

33.3 / 100

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Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low) to 100 (high). US average: 35.4

17.6 / 100
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To live comfortably in North Dakota, North Dakota

$46,080

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$30,000

for a single person

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Mike · Bismarck, ND

Great City if you love low crime and lots of work

Over 2 years ago

I have lived in Bismarck for most of my life and I really do enjoy it. It does have its pitfalls being it does have very extremes when it comes to weather. Much of the More

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Bp · Poulsbo, WA

Wood Smoke or Other Air Pollution Problems???

Over 13 years ago

Two thirds of the peope in Washington state are 24/7/365 indoor and outdoor wood burners. People have no hobbies, interests, commom sense, intelligence or compassion for More

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Sarah · Bismarck, ND

Road Conditions

Over 15 years ago

Out in the middle part of North Dakota roads are poorly maintained. I have seen numerous people miss up their alignment, hurt the bottom of their car, etc. due to More

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