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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

Data review: HUD FY2025Sources: HUD, Zillow, Census, BLSMethodologyEditorial standardsReport a correction

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 FY2025
Studio
$703
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$707
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$928
8.0% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,187
Affordable
4 Bedrooms
$1,558
Average
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Is Rolette County, ND Affordable?

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Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$37,120/year
Local median income: $57,355
To buy a median home
/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $928/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 Rolette County?

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

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Rolette County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$928/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏢 Rent

Renting appears to be the better financial choice for this scenario.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $928/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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