1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Bismarck, ND
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Bismarck, North Dakota as of July 2026. That's +31% lower than the citywide median of $1,372 and +32% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Bismarck
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 Bismarck
Compare Bismarck's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in North Dakota
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jamestown | $710 |
| 2 | Wahpeton | $710 |
| 3 | Minot | $755 |
| 4 | Grand Forks | $785 |
| 5 | Fargo | $840 |
| 6 | Dickinson | $850 |
| 7 | Mandan | $920 |
| 8 | West Fargo | $930 |
| 9 | Bismarck (this page) | $943 |
| 10 | Williston | $1,030 |
| 11 | Watford City | $1,140 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in North Dakota
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Watford City | $1,140 |
| 2 | Williston | $1,030 |
| 3 | Bismarck (this page) | $943 |
| 4 | West Fargo | $930 |
| 5 | Mandan | $920 |
| 6 | Dickinson | $850 |
| 7 | Fargo | $840 |
| 8 | Grand Forks | $785 |
| 9 | Minot | $755 |
| 10 | Wahpeton | $710 |
| 11 | Jamestown | $710 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Bismarck.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Bismarck |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mandan, ND | 16.4 mi | $920 | $-23 (-2%) |
| Minot, ND | 106.6 mi | $755 | $-188 (-20%) |
| Jamestown, ND | 134.1 mi | $710 | $-233 (-25%) |
| Dickinson, ND | 146.8 mi | $850 | $-93 (-10%) |
| Aberdeen, SD | 176.3 mi | $680 | $-263 (-28%) |
| Watford City, ND | 182.4 mi | $1,140 | +$197 (+21%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Bismarck — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Bismarck?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Bismarck, North Dakota is $943 per month. This is +31% below the citywide median of $1,372.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Bismarck?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $37,720 ($3,143/month gross), which works out to roughly $18.13/hour at a full-time job.
Is Bismarck expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Bismarck's 1-bedroom median of $943 is +32% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 17th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Bismarck rank for 1-bedroom rent in North Dakota?
Among the 11 cities in North Dakota with 1-bedroom data, Bismarck ranks #9 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Bismarck?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Mandan ($920), Minot ($755), Jamestown ($710).