Towner County, North Dakota Housing Market
In Towner County, North Dakota, the median home value is $134,800, with a median monthly rent of $757. This places Towner County at #2438 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #34 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: $1,129
- Establishments: 78
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 879 (avg $83,980)
- Outflow: 843 (avg $85,530)
- IRS Statistics of Income
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| Metric | Towner County | North Dakota Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $134,800 | $175,786 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $757 | $772 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 78.8% | 73.6% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 14.8 | 18.9 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Towner County is 23.3% below the North Dakota state average and 40.8% below the U.S. national average. The median rent of $757/month is 1.9% below the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 14.8, buying a home in Towner 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.
Towner County has an owner-occupancy rate of 78.8%, compared to 73.6% in North Dakota and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more homeowner-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kittson County | Minnesota | $134,800 | $757 |
| Eastland County | Texas | $134,800 | $866 |
| Henry County | Virginia | $134,800 | $728 |
| Stephenson County | Illinois | $134,900 | $798 |
| Fleming County | Kentucky | $134,700 | $715 |
Other Counties in North Dakota
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walsh County | $132,700 | $748 | 76.0% |
| Steele County | $130,700 | $738 | 77.8% |
| Nelson County | $139,700 | $582 | 75.1% |
| Cavalier County | $125,800 | $786 | 81.3% |
| Eddy County | $124,000 | $590 | 72.0% |
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).