Average Rent in Rolette County, ND↑ Rents rising 8.0% YoY🔻 3rd cheapest in ND
HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 12,065
Market Overview
Rolette County, ND has rental prices ranging from $703/month to $1,558/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $707/month — 49% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $57,355/year, spending $707/month on a 1-bedroom represents 15% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.
How Rolette County Compares
With an average 2-bedroom rent of $928/month, Rolette County ranks #49 most expensive of the 51 cities tracked in North Dakota — more affordable than 64% of all US cities in our data.
The Rolette County Rental Market
The Rolette County, ND area has a population of about 12,065 and 35% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.
Rent Trends
2-bedroom rents in Rolette County, ND have risen by $69/month (8.0%) over the past year, from $859 to $928. This modest growth is consistent with broader inflationary trends seen across US rental markets.
Affordability
To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Rolette County, ND without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $28,280. The local median household income of $57,355 exceeds that threshold by $29,075, making Rolette County relatively accessible compared to local wages.
Economy & Jobs
Rolette County, ND has an unemployment rate of 7.1%, 3.2 percentage points above the national average of 3.9%. A higher unemployment rate can moderate rental demand over time, which may help keep rent growth in check compared to tighter job markets.
Fair Market Rents
HUD FY2025Is Rolette 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 | $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 | — |
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