Cost of Living in Wahpeton, ND
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
88.3
100 = national avg
-11.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$38,844
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$91,813
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing86.3
Food93.9
Transportation79.7
Healthcare95.1
Utilities93.6
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 Wahpeton is 88.3, which is 11.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 86.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $38,844 per year to cover basic expenses.