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Dickinson

Pop. 25,357·5th most expensive in North Dakota·Dickinson rents are up 5.9% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,278/mo
Year-over-Year
+5.9%
Month-over-Month
+1.7%
vs US Median
-$687
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Dickinson · $1,278
More affordable than 89% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
19% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,278/mo, rent takes about 19% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$51,000/yr
Local median income
$82,696/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Dickinson's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$850
1 BR
$850
2 BR
$1,020
3 BR
$1,430
4 BR+
$1,710
Research median
$1,020/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$15,336/yr
At $1,278/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 5.9% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+5.9% YoY, +1.7% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Dickinson, ND is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 31.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
25,357
Median income
$82,696
Median age
33.3
Renters
39%
Age distribution
27.8%
25.4%
23.7%
12.8%
Under 1827.8%
18–3425.4%
35–5423.7%
55–6410.4%
65+12.8%
Gender
51.6%
48.4%
Male51.6%
Female48.4%
Race & ethnicity
83.4%
White83.4%
Black3%
Hispanic9.1%
Asian1.4%
Other3.1%
Education (25+)
31.3%
29.3%
31.9%
No HS diploma7.5%
HS diploma31.3%
Some college29.3%
Bachelor's+31.9%
Housing tenure
61%
39%
Owner61%
Renter39%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Dickinson, ND has changed in 5 years

Income
$64,806 → $82,696
up 27.6%
Population
24,851 → 25,357
up 2.0%
Renter share
43.3% → 39%
-4.3 pts
Bachelor's+
26.3% → 31.9%
+5.6 pts

Household income in the area moved from $64,806 to $82,696 across the same window, up 27.6% versus 2021. Headcount in the area went from 24,851 to 25,357 between 2021 and 2024, a 2.0% change. About 39% of households rent today, against 43.3% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 26.3% to 31.9%.

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Dickinson rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Dickinson. Click any size for full breakdown.

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About renting in Dickinson, ND

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Dickinson is $1,278/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $850/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,020/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $850/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,430/mo.

At 19% of local median household income ($82,696/yr), Dickinson ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Dickinson an affordable city for renters?

Dickinson is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,278/mo, rent takes approximately 19% of the local median household income ($82,696/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Dickinson falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Dickinson?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $51,000/year (~$25/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,278/mo in Dickinson. The local median household income is $82,696/yr, meaning the typical Dickinson household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Dickinson?

Rent in Dickinson has increased 5.9% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Dickinson rent compare to other cities in North Dakota?

Dickinson is middle-of-the-pack for North Dakota for rent, ranking #5 out of 11 tracked cities at $1,278/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Dickinson?

Williston is nearby and more affordable at $1,256/mo, which is $22 less than Dickinson.

What percentage of Dickinson residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 39% of Dickinson households are renters, while 61% are owner-occupied. Dickinson leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Dickinson rent compare to the national average?

Dickinson's median rent of $1,278/mo is $687 (35%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within North Dakota, it ranks #5 out of 11 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
19%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,278/mo, rent takes ~19% of Dickinson's median household income ($82,696/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Dickinson 19%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.1–2.5%
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