Cost of Living in Lincoln, ND

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6%
Overall NAT. AVG.
2%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
25%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Lincoln North Dakota National
Cost of living10695100
Groceries9899100
Health care9999100
Housing12586100
Transportation9498100
Utilities103104100
Lifestyle & Entertainment9597100
Household Items9999100
Education & Childcare9698100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Lincoln is 11% higher than the North Dakota average
  • The cost of living in Lincoln is 6% higher than the national average
  • Lincoln housing is 25% higher than the national average
  • North Dakota general sales tax is 2% lower than the national average
  • North Dakota state income tax is 58% lower than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$139,841$11,653$3,263$4,196
      Renters$0$0$0$0

      North Dakota Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      North Dakota 5% 8%

      North Dakota Income Tax

      State Income Tax (Low) Income Tax (High)
      North Dakota 1.1% 2.9%

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      Lincoln, ND4,2251065.7%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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