1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Bemidji, MN
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Bemidji, Minnesota as of July 2026. That's +41% lower than the citywide median of $1,411 and +41% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Bemidji
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Bemidji
Compare Bemidji's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Minnesota
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Winona | $780 |
| 2 | Austin | $800 |
| 3 | Owatonna | $800 |
| 4 | Bemidji (this page) | $830 |
| 5 | Moorhead | $860 |
| 6 | Waite Park | $920 |
| 7 | Duluth | $972 |
| 8 | Anoka | $975 |
| 9 | Saint Cloud | $1,003 |
| 10 | Mankato | $1,030 |
| 11 | Rochester | $1,120 |
| 12 | Little Canada | $1,173 |
| 13 | Northfield | $1,200 |
| 14 | South Saint Paul | $1,200 |
| 15 | Saint Michael | $1,220 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Minnesota
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Woodbury | $1,870 |
| 2 | Maple Grove | $1,805 |
| 3 | Eden Prairie | $1,775 |
| 4 | Lakeville | $1,750 |
| 5 | Cottage Grove | $1,750 |
| 6 | Edina | $1,723 |
| 7 | Blaine | $1,710 |
| 8 | Plymouth | $1,690 |
| 9 | Brooklyn Park | $1,690 |
| 10 | Savage | $1,660 |
| 11 | Rosemount | $1,660 |
| 12 | Minnetonka | $1,640 |
| 13 | Apple Valley | $1,570 |
| 14 | Saint Louis Park | $1,565 |
| 15 | Vadnais Heights | $1,560 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 2 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Bemidji.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Bemidji |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moorhead, MN | 137.1 mi | $860 | +$30 (+4%) |
| Waite Park, MN | 142.9 mi | $920 | +$90 (+11%) |
| Fargo, ND | 143 mi | $840 | +$10 (+1%) |
| Saint Cloud, MN | 144.5 mi | $1,003 | +$173 (+21%) |
| West Fargo, ND | 148.9 mi | $930 | +$100 (+12%) |
| Wahpeton, ND | 154.3 mi | $710 | $-120 (-14%) |
| Grand Forks, ND | 160.5 mi | $785 | $-45 (-5%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Bemidji — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Bemidji?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Bemidji, Minnesota is $830 per month. This is +41% below the citywide median of $1,411.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Bemidji?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $33,200 ($2,767/month gross), which works out to roughly $15.96/hour at a full-time job.
Is Bemidji expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Bemidji's 1-bedroom median of $830 is +41% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 8th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Bemidji rank for 1-bedroom rent in Minnesota?
Among the 64 cities in Minnesota with 1-bedroom data, Bemidji ranks #4 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Bemidji?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Wahpeton ($710), Grand Forks ($785).