2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Bismarck, ND
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Bismarck, North Dakota as of July 2026. That's +23% lower than the citywide median of $1,372 and +37% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-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 2-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 2-bedroom in North Dakota
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jamestown | $930 |
| 2 | Wahpeton | $930 |
| 3 | Minot | $975 |
| 4 | Grand Forks | $985 |
| 5 | Fargo | $1,013 |
| 6 | Dickinson | $1,020 |
| 7 | Mandan | $1,030 |
| 8 | Bismarck (this page) | $1,050 |
| 9 | West Fargo | $1,130 |
| 10 | Williston | $1,160 |
| 11 | Watford City | $1,400 |
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in North Dakota
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Watford City | $1,400 |
| 2 | Williston | $1,160 |
| 3 | West Fargo | $1,130 |
| 4 | Bismarck (this page) | $1,050 |
| 5 | Mandan | $1,030 |
| 6 | Dickinson | $1,020 |
| 7 | Fargo | $1,013 |
| 8 | Grand Forks | $985 |
| 9 | Minot | $975 |
| 10 | Wahpeton | $930 |
| 11 | Jamestown | $930 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Bismarck.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Bismarck |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mandan, ND | 16.4 mi | $1,030 | $-20 (-2%) |
| Minot, ND | 106.6 mi | $975 | $-75 (-7%) |
| Jamestown, ND | 134.1 mi | $930 | $-120 (-11%) |
| Dickinson, ND | 146.8 mi | $1,020 | $-30 (-3%) |
| Aberdeen, SD | 176.3 mi | $870 | $-180 (-17%) |
| Watford City, ND | 182.4 mi | $1,400 | +$350 (+33%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Bismarck — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Bismarck?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Bismarck, North Dakota is $1,050 per month. This is +23% below the citywide median of $1,372.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Bismarck?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $42,000 ($3,500/month gross), which works out to roughly $20.19/hour at a full-time job.
Is Bismarck expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Bismarck's 2-bedroom median of $1,050 is +37% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 9th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Bismarck rank for 2-bedroom rent in North Dakota?
Among the 11 cities in North Dakota with 2-bedroom data, Bismarck ranks #8 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Bismarck?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Mandan ($1,030), Minot ($975), Jamestown ($930).