3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Bismarck, ND
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Bismarck, North Dakota as of June 2026. That's +10% higher than the citywide median of $1,340 and +31% below the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-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 3-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 3-bedroom in North Dakota
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jamestown | $1,300 |
| 2 | Wahpeton | $1,300 |
| 3 | Minot | $1,365 |
| 4 | Grand Forks | $1,385 |
| 5 | Fargo | $1,423 |
| 6 | Dickinson | $1,430 |
| 7 | Mandan | $1,440 |
| 8 | Bismarck (this page) | $1,470 |
| 9 | West Fargo | $1,580 |
| 10 | Williston | $1,630 |
| 11 | Watford City | $1,690 |
Most expensive cities for a 3-bedroom in North Dakota
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Watford City | $1,690 |
| 2 | Williston | $1,630 |
| 3 | West Fargo | $1,580 |
| 4 | Bismarck (this page) | $1,470 |
| 5 | Mandan | $1,440 |
| 6 | Dickinson | $1,430 |
| 7 | Fargo | $1,423 |
| 8 | Grand Forks | $1,385 |
| 9 | Minot | $1,365 |
| 10 | Wahpeton | $1,300 |
| 11 | Jamestown | $1,300 |
Nearby cities — 3-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Bismarck.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Bismarck |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mandan, ND | 16.4 mi | $1,440 | $-30 (-2%) |
| Minot, ND | 106.6 mi | $1,365 | $-105 (-7%) |
| Jamestown, ND | 134.1 mi | $1,300 | $-170 (-12%) |
| Dickinson, ND | 146.8 mi | $1,430 | $-40 (-3%) |
| Aberdeen, SD | 176.3 mi | $1,220 | $-250 (-17%) |
| Watford City, ND | 182.4 mi | $1,690 | +$220 (+15%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Bismarck — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Bismarck?
As of June 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Bismarck, North Dakota is $1,470 per month. This is +10% higher than the citywide median of $1,340.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Bismarck?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $58,800 ($4,900/month gross), which works out to roughly $28.27/hour at a full-time job.
Is Bismarck expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Bismarck's 3-bedroom median of $1,470 is +31% below the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 15th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Bismarck rank for 3-bedroom rent in North Dakota?
Among the 11 cities in North Dakota with 3-bedroom data, Bismarck ranks #8 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Bismarck?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Mandan ($1,440), Minot ($1,365), Jamestown ($1,300).