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Last updated on May 17, 2026
Average rent in
Bismarck, ND
Average rent in
Last updated on May 17, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Bismarck rent stands today
Bismarck, ND rent rose 5.5% year over year, with a current median of $1,349/month. Renters are paying $49 more per month on average than last year, with rents sitting 3.5% below the peak reached in September 2025.
Compared to national trends
Bismarck sits 30.8% more affordable than the $1,949/month national median, offering a smaller market with 106 total rentals and a moderate price point for renters.
Price ranges
Studios in Bismarck run around $848/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,238/month, 3-bedrooms at $1,795/month, and 4+ bedrooms at $2,468/month. This range reflects the variety of bedroom sizes available to renters.
Neighborhood spotlight
Studio rents in Bismarck fell by 25.4% year over year, a notable divergence from the overall citywide increase of 5.5%. This decline shows a distinct trend within the smallest unit segment compared to the broader market.
Median rent
Median rent in Bismarck
$1,349/mo
5%vs previous year
The average rent in Bismarck is $1,349 per month as of May 2026. This is 31% below the national average rent, or $600 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Bismarck
106
for rent on Zumper.com as of May 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Bismarck rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Bismarck, ND
Average rent prices in Bismarck have increased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 5% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Bismarck, ND
Rent prices in Bismarck vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Bismarck is $1,280, whereas a house costs $2,100. 1-bedroom apartments in Bismarck run $1,240 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,150.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $847 | 3% |  12% | |
1 bedroom | $1,238 | 1% | 8% | |
2 bedroom | $1,157 | 1% | 1% | |
3 bedroom | $1,795 | 7% | 9% | |
4 bedroom | $2,468 | 3% | 13% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Cathedral Historic District | $1,385 | |
Copper Ridge | $1,350 | |
Country Creek | $1,412 | |
Downtown Bismarck | $1,202 | |
Grande Prairie Estates | $1,315 | |
Harvest Meadows | $1,750 | |
North Dakota State Capitol Complex | $1,100 | |
North Hills | $1,302 | |
Sattler Sunrise | $1,195 | |
Wachter's | $1,050 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,280 | 2% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,400 | 7% | No Change | |
Houses | $2,100 | 8% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$847
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
12%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,238
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
8%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,157
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
1%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,795
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
9%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,468
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
13%
North Hills
Average rent
$1,302
Wachter's
Average rent
$1,050
Downtown Bismarck
Average rent
$1,202
Cathedral Historic District
Average rent
$1,385
Country Creek
Average rent
$1,412
Grande Prairie Estates
Average rent
$1,315
Copper Ridge
Average rent
$1,350
Sattler Sunrise
Average rent
$1,195
Harvest Meadows
Average rent
$1,750
North Dakota State Capitol Complex
Average rent
$1,100
Apartments
Average rent
$1,280
Last 30 days
2%
Condos
Average rent
$1,400
Last 30 days
7%
Houses
Average rent
$2,100
Last 30 days
8%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Bismarck, ND, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Bismarck, ND compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Bismarck and Alexander by all bedroom counts and property types.
Bismarck
31%lower than the national median
36%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Bismarck, ND is 8% higher than the median rent in Alexander, ND.
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Cost of living in Bismarck, ND
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Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 3% lower |
| Groceries | 3% lower |
| Health | 6% higher |
| Housing | 23% lower |
| Transportation | 2% higher |
| Utilities | 19% lower |
Discover rentals in Bismarck, ND
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Bismarck
1025 N 13th St #F, Bismarck, ND 58501
2 beds
1 bath
$750
Apartment for rent
Available Apr 30
4d ago
2620 E Avenue D, Bismarck, ND 58501
2 beds
1 bath
$775
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown Bismarck apartment for rent in Bismarck
2 beds
1 bath
$799
Apartment for rent
2d ago
215 E Arbor Ave, Bismarck, ND 58504
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$850–$995
Apartment for rent
22h ago
Verified
3009 43rd Ave Ne, Bismarck, ND 58503
2–4 beds
2–3 baths
$2,700–$5,433
Apartment for rent
1d ago
4001 Oklahoma Ln, Bismarck, ND 58503
2 beds
2–3 baths
$3,150–$3,907
House for rent
1d ago
2906 2906-3014 Kamrose Drive/2904-2936 Dortmund Drive, Bismarck, ND 58504
3 beds
3 baths
$2,918
Apartment for rent
22h ago
2930 Baltimore Dr, Bismarck, ND 58504
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$945–$2,873
Apartment for rent
22h ago
Verified
3009 43rd Ave Ne, Bismarck, ND 58503
2–4 beds
2–3 baths
$2,700–$5,433
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Bismarck
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,395
House for rent
22h ago
4201 Montreal St, Bismarck, ND 58503
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,285–$2,685
Apartment for rent
22h ago
2930 Baltimore Dr, Bismarck, ND 58504
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$945–$2,873
Apartment for rent
22h ago
4201 Montreal St, Bismarck, ND 58503
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,285–$2,685
Apartment for rent
22h ago
Verified
3009 43rd Ave Ne, Bismarck, ND 58503
2–4 beds
2–3 baths
$2,700–$5,433
Apartment for rent
22h ago
2200 Koch Dr, Bismarck, ND 58503
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,415–$2,300
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
425 E Calgary Ave, Bismarck, ND 58503
3 beds
2 baths
$1,523–$2,443
Apartment for rent
1d ago
120 E Avenue A, Bismarck, ND 58501
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,195–$1,595
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2906 2906-3014 Kamrose Drive/2904-2936 Dortmund Drive, Bismarck, ND 58504
3 beds
3 baths
$2,918
Apartment for rent
2d ago
109 W Burleigh Ave, Bismarck, ND 58504
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,020–$1,395
Apartment for rent
2d ago
426 Shirley St, Bismarck, ND 58504
1–2 beds
1 bath
$900–$1,100
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Bismarck, ND
Quick answers to common questions about the Bismarck rental market.
How much is rent in Bismarck?
The average rent in Bismarck is $1,349 per month as of May 16, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Bismarck?
Average rent prices in Bismarck have increased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 5% since last year.
How does Bismarck rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Bismarck is 31% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $600 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Bismarck?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Bismarck are Wachter's ($1,050/mo), North Dakota State Capitol Complex ($1,100/mo), and Sattler Sunrise ($1,195/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Bismarck?
To comfortably afford rent in Bismarck, you'd need to earn approximately $54,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Bismarck?
Bismarck's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,200 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $1,300 monthly. Two-bedroom apartments remained relatively stable in pricing, while one-bedrooms saw a 3.3% increase from the previous year.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).