Williston, ND

Yes — everyday expenses in Williston run about 10% below the US average (Cost Index: 90). Housing is especially affordable: the median home is valued around $262,700, compared to the $303,400 national median. Monthly rent is typically around $1,106, versus $1,348 nationally.

Start with housing. Typical monthly rent is $1,106, while local median household income is $84,309. That implies a rent-burden proxy of about 16% before utilities and other costs. For a specific job offer, filing status, or take-home pay scenario, use salary.city.

North Dakota has a progressive state income tax with a top rate of 1.95%. The effective property tax rate is 0.98%. On a home worth $262,700, that translates to roughly $2,574 per year in property taxes. Sales tax (state + local) averages around 7.04% on everyday purchases.

The typical monthly rent in Williston is around $1,106. That's roughly 18% lower than the $1,348 national median. For comparison, the median home value here is $262,700, so buyers should also factor in mortgage payments, property taxes, and insurance.

The median home in Williston is valued at $262,700. With 20% down and a 6.5% mortgage rate, you'd be looking at roughly $1,328/month for principal and interest alone — before property taxes and insurance. About 51% of residents here own their homes.

Grocery prices in Williston are about average compared to the rest of the US (index: 96, where 100 is the national average). Utility bills (electricity, gas, water) are below average (index: 88). Overall, these everyday costs shouldn't cause major surprises if you're moving from another similarly-sized US city.

Williston is a small town with a population of about 27,964. The median age of residents is 31.9, skewing younger — often a sign of a college town or fast-growing area. The local poverty rate is 8.65%, near the national average of 12.4%.