Studio Apartment Rent in Bemidji, MN
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Bemidji, Minnesota as of July 2026. That's +43% lower than the citywide median of $1,411 and +38% below the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio 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 studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Bemidji
Compare Bemidji's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in Minnesota
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Winona | $700 |
| 2 | Moorhead | $710 |
| 3 | Austin | $720 |
| 4 | Owatonna | $730 |
| 5 | Bemidji (this page) | $800 |
| 6 | Duluth | $848 |
| 7 | Waite Park | $890 |
| 8 | Saint Cloud | $940 |
| 9 | Rochester | $1,010 |
| 10 | Mankato | $1,030 |
| 11 | Anoka | $1,050 |
| 12 | Northfield | $1,060 |
| 13 | South Saint Paul | $1,060 |
| 14 | Saint Michael | $1,080 |
| 15 | Columbia Heights | $1,090 |
Most expensive cities for a studio in Minnesota
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Woodbury | $1,650 |
| 2 | Maple Grove | $1,600 |
| 3 | Eden Prairie | $1,570 |
| 4 | Lakeville | $1,550 |
| 5 | Cottage Grove | $1,540 |
| 6 | Edina | $1,520 |
| 7 | Blaine | $1,510 |
| 8 | Plymouth | $1,495 |
| 9 | Brooklyn Park | $1,495 |
| 10 | Savage | $1,470 |
| 11 | Rosemount | $1,470 |
| 12 | Minnetonka | $1,450 |
| 13 | Robbinsdale | $1,427 |
| 14 | Saint Louis Park | $1,385 |
| 15 | Vadnais Heights | $1,380 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Bemidji.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Bemidji |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moorhead, MN | 137.1 mi | $710 | $-90 (-11%) |
| Waite Park, MN | 142.9 mi | $890 | +$90 (+11%) |
| Fargo, ND | 143 mi | $693 | $-107 (-13%) |
| Saint Cloud, MN | 144.5 mi | $940 | +$140 (+18%) |
| West Fargo, ND | 148.9 mi | $770 | $-30 (-4%) |
| Wahpeton, ND | 154.3 mi | $700 | $-100 (-12%) |
| Grand Forks, ND | 160.5 mi | $780 | $-20 (-2%) |
Studio rent in Bemidji — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Bemidji?
As of July 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Bemidji, Minnesota is $800 per month. This is +43% below the citywide median of $1,411.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Bemidji?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $32,000 ($2,667/month gross), which works out to roughly $15.38/hour at a full-time job.
Is Bemidji expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Bemidji's studio median of $800 is +38% below the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 10th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Bemidji rank for studio rent in Minnesota?
Among the 63 cities in Minnesota with studio data, Bemidji ranks #5 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Bemidji?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Moorhead ($710), Fargo ($693), West Fargo ($770).