Cost of Living in Fortuna, ND
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
33.4
100 = national avg
-66.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$14,680
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$34,698
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing24.7
Food60.0
Transportation20.0
Healthcare61.5
Utilities60.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,233
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,534
per month
The overall cost of living index in Fortuna is 33.4, which is 66.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 24.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $14,680 per year to cover basic expenses.