Cost of Living in Buchanan, ND
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
125.0
100 = national avg
+25.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$55,016
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$130,039
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing114.6
Food130.5
Transportation110.9
Healthcare124.4
Utilities121.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$680
per month
2 Bedroom
$873
per month
The overall cost of living index in Buchanan is 125.0, which is 25.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 114.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $55,016 per year to cover basic expenses.