Average Rent in Burke County, ND↑ Rents rising 16.2% YoY🔻 5th cheapest in ND
HUD FY2027 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 2,163
Market Overview
Burke County, ND has rental prices ranging from $843/month to $1,695/month in 2027, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $848/month — 39% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $96,339/year, spending $848/month on a 1-bedroom represents 11% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.
How Burke County Compares
With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,014/month, Burke County ranks #50 most expensive of the 54 cities tracked in North Dakota — more affordable than 63% of all US cities in our data.
The Burke County Rental Market
The Burke County, ND area has a population of about 2,163 and 22% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs below the US average of ~34%, a more homeowner-heavy market where rental inventory can be limited.
Rent Trends
2-bedroom rents in Burke County, ND have risen by $141/month (16.2%) over the past year, from $873 to $1,014. This rate of increase is significant and reflects strong rental demand and limited housing supply in the local market.
Affordability
To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Burke County, ND without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $33,920. The local median household income of $96,339 exceeds that threshold by $62,419, making Burke County relatively accessible compared to local wages.
Economy & Jobs
Burke County, ND has an unemployment rate of 1.9%, 2.0 percentage points below the national average of 3.9%. Strong employment conditions typically sustain rental demand, as workers relocate to the area and local residents maintain stable housing.
Fair Market Rents
HUD FY2027Is Burke County, ND Affordable?
Income needed to rent or buy, price history, and how this city compares to nearby metros.
Affordability Index(30% income rule)
Nearby Cities in NDlargest metros in the state
| City | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bismarck | $865 | $927 | $1,067 | $1,477 | — |
| Ward County | $721 | $808 | $1,040 | $1,457 | — |
| Ward County | $726 | $864 | $1,049 | $1,458 | — |
| Williams County | $1,133 | $1,232 | $1,388 | $1,796 | — |
| Stark County | $1,038 | $1,044 | $1,231 | $1,705 | — |
| Stutsman County | $790 | $795 | $1,014 | $1,404 | — |
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