Cost of Living in Northwood, ND
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
100.1
100 = national avg
+0.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$44,045
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$104,106
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing92.2
Food108.8
Transportation85.4
Healthcare107.0
Utilities103.7
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 Northwood is 100.1, which is 0.1% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 92.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $44,045 per year to cover basic expenses.