Cost of Living in Bottineau County, North Dakota
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Bottineau County Compares
Median monthly rent comparison
Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Bottineau County ranks #491 of 3,144 counties for affordability (top 16%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Bottineau County, North Dakota
Bottineau County beats national housing burden
With an 11.0% rent-to-income ratio, Bottineau County runs below the national average and delivers genuine affordability to renters. The median rent of $763 is a bargain by national standards, and the median household income of $83,460 sits comfortably above the national average of $74,755.
Strong affordability ranks in middle-top tier
Bottineau County's 11.0% rent-to-income ratio ranks in the upper half of North Dakota's affordability, beating the state average of 12.8%. The county's above-average income helps offset slightly higher rents than some rural peers.
More expensive rents, higher incomes than peers
Bottineau County's $763 rent exceeds Benson ($616) and Adams ($545) but trails Burleigh ($996), while its $83,460 income is among the strongest in the comparison set. Homebuyers face median values of $190,900, placing it between Benson's lower-cost market and Burleigh's premium.
Strong income supports moderate housing costs
Bottineau County renters spend $763 monthly (11.0% of income) while homeowners pay $739, both reasonable by state standards. The $83,460 median household income—second-highest in this group—provides financial cushion for housing and other expenses.
Solid choice for middle-income relocators
Bottineau County works well for families earning $80,000+ who want genuine affordability without moving to isolated rural areas. Compare its 11.0% ratio to your current housing burden—you'll likely find significant savings while accessing better-resourced communities than more rural counties.
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Affordability Verdict
Bottineau County offers affordable rental housing at a median of $763/month — about 11.0% of the typical household income here.
Rent vs. Own
At $763/month rent versus $739/month in owner costs, owning is roughly $24/month cheaper — a 3% difference.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $30,520/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $31,671/year. With a median household income of $83,460, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 20.0% of renter households in Bottineau County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Compared to Ransom County where rent averages $710/month, Bottineau County is approximately 7% more expensive.
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Rent Burden
11.0%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,947
per month
Owner Cost Burden
10.6%
of gross income
You can likely afford the median home in Bottineau County
Median home value is $190,900. Estimated monthly cost: $1,524 vs. your max of $1,947.
Rent Affordability Guide
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Based on the 30% rule for rent and 28% rule for housing costs (mortgage + owner costs). Mortgage estimate assumes 20% down, 7.2% interest, 30-year fixed.
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