Cost of Living in Grand Forks, ND
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
101.8
100 = national avg
+1.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$44,808
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$105,910
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing116.4
Food98.8
Transportation76.6
Healthcare99.0
Utilities102.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$868
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,089
per month
The overall cost of living index in Grand Forks is 101.8, which is 1.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 116.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $44,808 per year to cover basic expenses.