Cost of Living in Portal, ND
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
117.5
100 = national avg
+17.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$51,713
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$122,230
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing61.7
Food135.6
Transportation171.3
Healthcare128.5
Utilities113.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$665
per month
2 Bedroom
$873
per month
The overall cost of living index in Portal is 117.5, which is 17.5% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 61.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $51,713 per year to cover basic expenses.