Cost of Living in Gardner, ND
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
144.1
100 = national avg
+44.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$63,388
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$149,825
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing130.7
Food140.8
Transportation157.7
Healthcare132.6
Utilities130.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$917
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,112
per month
The overall cost of living index in Gardner is 144.1, which is 44.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 130.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $63,388 per year to cover basic expenses.