How much does it cost to rent in West Fargo, ND?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in West Fargo, ND is $1,350. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is West Fargo cheaper than other North Dakota cities?

West Fargo is one of the pricier cities in North Dakota, ranking #3 out of 11 cities tracked at $1,350/mo.

When was West Fargo rent data last updated?

West Fargo rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · ND

West Fargo

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Pop. 40,094·3rd most expensive in North Dakota·Rents have been falling, good time to negotiate

Median rent (all units)

$1,350/mo

Year-over-Year

+4.1%

Month-over-Month

-8.7%

vs US Median

-$615

Falling (Monthly)

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West Fargo · $1,350

More affordable than 85% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

18% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,350/mo, rent takes about 18% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$54,000/yr

Local median income

$90,665/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using West Fargo's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$770

1 BR

$930

2 BR

$1,130

3 BR

$1,580

4 BR+

$1,900

Research median

$1,130/mo

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

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$16,200/yr

At $1,350/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 4.1% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+4.1% YoY, -8.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

West Fargo, ND is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 42.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

40,094

Median income

$90,665

Median age

33.3

Renters

35.6%

Age distribution

26%

26.9%

26.5%

12.4%

Under 1826%

18–3426.9%

35–5426.5%

55–648.2%

65+12.4%

Gender

50.9%

49.1%

Male50.9%

Female49.1%

Race & ethnicity

85.2%

White85.2%

Black5.2%

Hispanic3.8%

Asian2%

Other3.8%

Education (25+)

17.9%

36.9%

42.1%

No HS diploma3%

HS diploma17.9%

Some college36.9%

Bachelor's+42.1%

Housing tenure

64.4%

35.6%

Owner64.4%

Renter35.6%

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

2023 vs 2026

How West Fargo, ND has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,296 → $1,350

up 4.2%

Income

$93,382 → $90,665

down 2.9%

Population

37,913 → 40,094

up 5.8%

Renter share

32.9% → 35.6%

+2.7 pts

Bachelor's+

43.8% → 42.1%

-1.7 pts

Median age

34.2 → 33.3

-0.9 yrs

Since 2023, the typical rent in West Fargo, ND has climbed from $1,296 to $1,350, a 4.2% change over five years. Household income in the area moved from $93,382 to $90,665 across the same window, down 2.9% versus 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 5.8% since 2021, moving from about 37,913 residents to roughly 40,094. Renters now make up 35.6% of households, compared with 32.9% five years ago. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in West Fargo, ND look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in West Fargo on your salary?

At $1,350/mo, how West Fargo rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $91,646/yr · Rent = 17.7% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $65,068/yr · Rent = 24.9% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $74,952/yr · Rent = 21.6% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $133,967/yr · Rent = 12.1% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $171,176/yr · Rent = 9.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $60,926/yr · Rent = 26.6% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $55,009/yr · Rent = 29.4% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $67,803/yr · Rent = 23.9% income

affordable

By apartment size

West Fargo rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in West Fargo, ND

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in West Fargo is $1,350/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $770/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,130/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $930/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,580/mo.

At 18% of local median household income ($90,665/yr), West Fargo ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is West Fargo an affordable city for renters?

West Fargo is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,350/mo, rent takes approximately 18% of the local median household income ($90,665/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. West Fargo falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in West Fargo?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $54,000/year (~$26/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,350/mo in West Fargo. The local median household income is $90,665/yr, meaning the typical West Fargo household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in West Fargo?

Rent in West Fargo has increased 4.1% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does West Fargo rent compare to other cities in North Dakota?

West Fargo is one of the pricier cities in North Dakota for rent, ranking #3 out of 11 tracked cities at $1,350/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than West Fargo?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than West Fargo ($1,350/mo): Wahpeton ($903/mo), Fargo ($1,088/mo), Moorhead ($1,258/mo).

What percentage of West Fargo residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 35.6% of West Fargo households are renters, while 64.4% are owner-occupied. West Fargo leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does West Fargo rent compare to the national average?

West Fargo's median rent of $1,350/mo is $615 (31%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within North Dakota, it ranks #3 out of 11 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

18%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,350/mo, rent takes ~18% of West Fargo's median household income ($90,665/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

West Fargo 18%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1.1–2.5%

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