Housing in Watford City, ND
Home values, rent, ownership rates, and housing market data
Housing Market Snapshot
Source: Zillow — January 2026Zillow Home Value Index
$367,221
Zillow Rent Index
$1,210
Watford City vs Similar Cities
Source: Census ACS / Redfin (2023)Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Watford City is highlighted.
Median Home Value
83rd%ilemost expensive$385,100show rank
Median Rent
71st%ilemost expensive rent$1,210show rank
Rent Burden
34th%ilehighest rent burden16.4%show rank
Census Housing Data
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Median Home Value
$385,100
Median Rent
$1,210
Total Housing Units
3,683
Vacancy Rate
24.1%
Owner Occupied
35.3%
Renter Occupied
64.7%
Median Property Tax
$1,942
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,473
Housing Types
Single Family35.4%
Multi-Family60.3%
Mobile Home4.3%
The median home value in Watford City, ND is $385,100. According to Zillow, the home value index for Watford City is $367,221. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,210/month. About 35.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 2013. There are 3,683 total housing units.