Cost of Living in Golden Valley, ND
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
95.7
100 = national avg
-4.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,088
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$99,481
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing67.2
Food108.8
Transportation117.5
Healthcare107.0
Utilities98.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$881
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,156
per month
The overall cost of living index in Golden Valley is 95.7, which is 4.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 67.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,088 per year to cover basic expenses.