Cost of Living in Williston, ND
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
121.5
100 = national avg
+21.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,459
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$126,358
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing123.4
Food114.4
Transportation128.9
Healthcare111.6
Utilities113.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,068
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,196
per month
The overall cost of living index in Williston is 121.5, which is 21.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 123.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,459 per year to cover basic expenses.