Cost of Living in Killdeer, ND

With a cost of living index of 79, Killdeer, ND is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 21% cheaper than the national average and 5% above the North Dakota state average of 74. Killdeer is a small community of 879 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Killdeer's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $848 (36% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $271,900 (11% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Killdeer is $89,583, which is 19% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 11% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Killdeer. The area sees an average annual temperature of 42.8°F, with summers averaging 67°F and winters around 19°F. Annual rainfall totals 15.6 inches spread over roughly 85 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.