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Mandan

Pop. 24,522·1st most expensive in North Dakota·Mandan rents are up 37.0% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,410/mo
Year-over-Year
+37.0%
Month-over-Month
+6.7%
vs US Median
-$555
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Mandan · $1,410
More affordable than 81% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
24% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,410/mo, rent takes about 24% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$56,000/yr
Local median income
$71,780/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Mandan's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$830
1 BR
$920
2 BR
$1,030
3 BR
$1,440
4 BR+
$1,730
Research median
$1,030/mo

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$16,920/yr
At $1,410/mo median
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Rents are up 37.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+37.0% YoY, +6.7% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Mandan, ND is majority owner-occupied, 30.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
24,522
Median income
$71,780
Median age
36.1
Renters
31%
Age distribution
21.8%
25.4%
24.5%
16.4%
Under 1821.8%
18–3425.4%
35–5424.5%
55–6411.9%
65+16.4%
Gender
51%
49%
Male51%
Female49%
Race & ethnicity
84.3%
White84.3%
Black2.2%
Hispanic5.7%
Other7.7%
Education (25+)
28%
37%
30.2%
No HS diploma4.8%
HS diploma28%
Some college37%
Bachelor's+30.2%
Housing tenure
69%
31%
Owner69%
Renter31%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Mandan, ND has changed in 5 years

Income
$74,341 → $71,780
down 3.4%
Population
23,784 → 24,522
up 3.1%
Renter share
32.6% → 31%
-1.6 pts
Bachelor's+
28.2% → 30.2%
+2.0 pts
Median age
35.5 → 36.1
+0.6 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $74,341 to $71,780 across the same window, down 3.4% versus 2021. Census counts show Mandan, ND adding about 738 residents over the five-year window, up 3.1% on net. The renter share has eased from 32.6% to 31%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 28.2% to 30.2% across the same window.

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Mandan rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Mandan, ND

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Mandan is $1,410/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $830/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,030/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $920/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,440/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($71,780/yr), Mandan ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 37.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Mandan an affordable city for renters?

Mandan is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,410/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($71,780/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Mandan falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Mandan?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $56,000/year (~$27/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,410/mo in Mandan. The local median household income is $71,780/yr, meaning the typical Mandan household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Mandan?

Rent in Mandan has increased 37.0% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

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

Mandan is one of the pricier cities in North Dakota for rent, ranking #1 out of 11 tracked cities at $1,410/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Mandan?

Bismarck is nearby and more affordable at $1,372/mo, which is $38 less than Mandan.

What percentage of Mandan residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 31% of Mandan households are renters, while 69% are owner-occupied. Mandan leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Mandan rent compare to the national average?

Mandan's median rent of $1,410/mo is $555 (28%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within North Dakota, it ranks #1 out of 11 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
24%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,410/mo, rent takes ~24% of Mandan's median household income ($71,780/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Mandan 24%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1.1–2.5%
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