Benson County, North Dakota Housing Market
In Benson County, North Dakota, the median home value is $90,000, with a median monthly rent of $588. This places Benson County at #3015 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #51 within North Dakota.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
ℹ️ FHFA HPI data is not available for this county due to limited mortgage transaction volume.
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,291
- Establishments: 102
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 1,978 (avg $64,472)
- Outflow: 1,931 (avg $64,660)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 1 active ZIP codes in Benson County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 58301 | 310.0 | +6.71% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Benson County | North Dakota Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $90,000 | $175,786 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $588 | $772 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 73.1% | 73.6% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 12.8 | 18.9 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Benson County is 48.8% below the North Dakota state average and 60.5% below the U.S. national average. The median rent of $588/month is 23.8% below the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 12.8, buying a home in Benson County is generally more favorable than renting for those planning to stay long-term. A ratio below 15 typically signals that purchasing is financially advantageous over a multi-year horizon.
Benson County has an owner-occupancy rate of 73.1%, compared to 73.6% in North Dakota and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more renter-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilkinson County | Mississippi | $90,000 | $686 |
| Graham County | Kansas | $89,900 | $734 |
| Jefferson Davis County | Mississippi | $90,100 | $757 |
| Randolph County | Georgia | $90,200 | $606 |
| Ness County | Kansas | $89,700 | $538 |
Other Counties in North Dakota
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant County | $93,200 | $675 | 83.4% |
| Sioux County | $85,400 | $444 | 46.6% |
| McIntosh County | $84,200 | $608 | 79.2% |
| Logan County | $102,000 | $838 | 83.0% |
| Rolette County | $103,800 | $505 | 62.8% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).