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Average Rent in Logan County, ND↑ Rents rising 9.9% YoY🔺 8th priciest in ND

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 1,848

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Market Overview

Logan County, ND has rental prices ranging from $802/month to $1,659/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $807/month — 42% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $61,339/year, spending $807/month on a 1-bedroom represents 16% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Logan County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $988/month, Logan County ranks #8 most expensive of the 51 cities tracked in North Dakota — pricier than 63% of all US cities in our data.

The Logan County Rental Market

The Logan County, ND area has a population of about 1,848 and 17% 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 Logan County, ND have risen by $89/month (9.9%) over the past year, from $899 to $988. 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 Logan County, ND without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $32,280. The local median household income of $61,339 exceeds that threshold by $29,059, making Logan County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Logan County, ND has an unemployment rate of 2.2%, 1.7 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 FY2025
Studio
$802
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$807
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$988
↑9.9% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,384
Affordable
4 Bedrooms
$1,659
Average
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Is Logan County, ND Affordable?

Income needed to rent or buy, price history, and how this city compares to nearby metros.

Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$39,520/year
Local median income: $61,339
To buy a median home
—/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $988/month and 20% down on a — home at 7% rate.

Nearby Cities in NDlargest metros in the state

CityStudio1BR2BR3BRHome Value
Bismarck$828$917$1,023$1,433—
Ward County$721$808$1,040$1,457—
Williams County$1,003$1,026$1,154$1,617—
Stark County$850$855$1,020$1,429—
Stutsman County$708$713$928$1,300—
Richland County$703$707$928$1,300—

Rent or Buy in Logan County?

Break-even analysis and mortgage estimates based on local market data.

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Logan County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$988/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏠 Buy

Buying breaks even after 4 years — worth it if you stay 4+ years.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $988/mo
Estimates only. Excludes HOA, PMI (if <20% down), closing costs, and tax benefits. Assumes 5% return on invested down payment.

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