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Cost of homeownership in Wells County, North Dakota

Real dollar cost of ownership, rent-vs-buy analysis, and flood risk, backed by Census ACS, FEMA, and FHFA data. Population: 3,990.

Median home value
$104,200
Median property tax
$1,137
Monthly owner cost
$1,169
with mortgage
Affordability (cost % of income)
12.6%

Total annual ownership cost

Breakdown of what owning a typical home in Wells County costs each year.

  • Property taxes$1,137
  • Insurance estimate$1,500
  • Utilities / energy$1,275
  • Maintenance (1% of value)$1,042
  • Total$4,954/yr · $413/mo

Insurance and energy figures typically vary by property. Adjust in the calculators for a personalized estimate.

Total
$4,954
/ year

Rent vs. buy in Wells County

Pre-filled with local median home value, median gross rent (Census ACS / HUD FMR), and current FRED rate.

Home price trend in North Dakota

FHFA House Price Index, quarterly.

vs. North Dakota average
Home value below state average.
Property tax below state average.
Homeownership
74.3%

Share of units owner-occupied (Census ACS).

Median household income
$59,732

Census ACS 5-year estimate.

Housing cost burden in Wells County

Share of households paying 30% or more of income on housing (HUD CHAS 2017-2021). HUD does not publish county-level CHAS rollups through the public API, so North Dakota state data is shown for local context alongside the US average.

North Dakota: 30%+ cost burdened
34.0%
199,325 households surveyed
North Dakota: severely burdened (50%+)
15.0%
Paying at least half of income on housing.
Owner vs renter burden
Owner 30%+: 23.3%
Renter 30%+: 28.3%
Renters typically carry a heavier cost burden than owners with a fixed-rate mortgage.

Affordability by income bracket

Monthly 30% housing budget at each income vs the median owner cost in Wells County. Bars above the dashed line can absorb this county's typical ownership cost.

HUD area median income (4-person household) for North Dakota: $112,200. Income limits define 80% AMI at $89,750 and 50% AMI at $56,100.

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to own a home in Wells County?

Based on Census ACS, typical total annual cost in Wells County is around $4,954 ($413 per month), covering property tax, insurance estimate, utilities, and 1% maintenance. Your actual cost varies by home age, size, and location within the county.

What is the property tax in Wells County?

Median annual property tax is $1,137 on the county's median home value of $104,200 (Census ACS).

Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Wells County?

Annual ownership cost is roughly 30% lower than annual rent at the county's median. Use the calculator below to model your specific situation.

What is the flood risk in Wells County?

FEMA NFIP data for Wells County is pending.

Data sources

Disclaimer. HomeRule is not a real estate agent, lender, appraiser, or financial advisor. This content is for educational and informational purposes only. Actual costs vary significantly by property, location, and individual circumstances. Consult qualified professionals for personalized advice.