Cost of Living in Dawson, ND
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
91.8
100 = national avg
-8.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$40,376
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$95,435
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing90.2
Utilities97.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$729
per month
2 Bedroom
$873
per month
The overall cost of living index in Dawson is 91.8, which is 8.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 90.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $40,376 per year to cover basic expenses.