1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in West Fargo, ND
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in West Fargo, North Dakota as of July 2026. That's +31% lower than the citywide median of $1,350 and +33% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in West Fargo
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 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in West Fargo
Compare West Fargo's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in North Dakota
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jamestown | $710 |
| 2 | Wahpeton | $710 |
| 3 | Minot | $755 |
| 4 | Grand Forks | $785 |
| 5 | Fargo | $840 |
| 6 | Dickinson | $850 |
| 7 | Mandan | $920 |
| 8 | West Fargo (this page) | $930 |
| 9 | Bismarck | $943 |
| 10 | Williston | $1,030 |
| 11 | Watford City | $1,140 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in North Dakota
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Watford City | $1,140 |
| 2 | Williston | $1,030 |
| 3 | Bismarck | $943 |
| 4 | West Fargo (this page) | $930 |
| 5 | Mandan | $920 |
| 6 | Dickinson | $850 |
| 7 | Fargo | $840 |
| 8 | Grand Forks | $785 |
| 9 | Minot | $755 |
| 10 | Wahpeton | $710 |
| 11 | Jamestown | $710 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than West Fargo.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs West Fargo |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fargo, ND | 6.3 mi | $840 | $-90 (-10%) |
| Moorhead, MN | 13.1 mi | $860 | $-70 (-8%) |
| Wahpeton, ND | 42.6 mi | $710 | $-220 (-24%) |
| Grand Forks, ND | 74.6 mi | $785 | $-145 (-16%) |
| Jamestown, ND | 127.1 mi | $710 | $-220 (-24%) |
| Aberdeen, SD | 146.2 mi | $680 | $-250 (-27%) |
| Bemidji, MN | 148.9 mi | $830 | $-100 (-11%) |
1-Bedroom rent in West Fargo — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in West Fargo?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in West Fargo, North Dakota is $930 per month. This is +31% below the citywide median of $1,350.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in West Fargo?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $37,200 ($3,100/month gross), which works out to roughly $17.88/hour at a full-time job.
Is West Fargo expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
West Fargo's 1-bedroom median of $930 is +33% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 15th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does West Fargo rank for 1-bedroom rent in North Dakota?
Among the 11 cities in North Dakota with 1-bedroom data, West Fargo ranks #8 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near West Fargo?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Fargo ($840), Moorhead ($860), Wahpeton ($710).