Cost of Living in Sheldon, ND
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
68.6
100 = national avg
-31.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$30,180
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$71,334
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing34.3
Food92.0
Transportation84.1
Healthcare93.6
Utilities82.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$715
per month
2 Bedroom
$923
per month
The overall cost of living index in Sheldon is 68.6, which is 31.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 34.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $30,180 per year to cover basic expenses.