Median Age
35 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
28%
Over 65
15%
Dickinson
Dickinson, ND Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,003
Population
22,289
Renter Mix
40% Rent
Welcome to North Dakota's boomtown.
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Sitting between Bismarck and Montana along Interstate 94, Dickinson anchors western North Dakota—a working city on open prairie with genuine energy. Downtown features local shops, casual dining, and community events, while surrounding plains stretch endlessly. The Dickinson Museum Center and Dinosaur Museum showcase the region's human history and prehistoric past, adding unexpected depth.
Renters find diverse options here: cozy studios, one-bedrooms, spacious townhomes, and larger apartment communities. The market remains more accessible than comparably sized cities, with availability growing alongside steady expansion. Dickinson State University creates a consistent rhythm through campus and community events year-round. The Ukrainian Cultural Institute—unique to the region—reflects the heritage shaping this Great Plains corner since settlers arrived in 1881.
The city balances its working roots with cultural offerings, university life, and outdoor access. Whether you're drawn by career opportunities, education, or simply seeking authentic prairie living, Dickinson delivers substance without pretense. Its rental market accommodates various lifestyles and budgets, making it practical for students, professionals, and families alike.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$67,103
Average: $86,567
Education
4,306
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
11,570
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Dickinson has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
40%
Non-Renters
60%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
17%
Other Education
83%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Dickinson, ND is $840 for a studio, $1,004 for one bedroom, $1,180 for two bedrooms, and $1,481 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Dickinson has increased by 3.8% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,004/month
750 Sq Ft
House
$2,579/month
465 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Dickinson, ND is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
378 Students
Public
Grades K-5
252 Students
Public
Grades K-5
174 Students
Prairie Rose Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
470 Students
Public
Grades K-5
390 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
842 Students
Public
Grades 7-8
483 Students
Public
Grades 6
246 Students
Public
Grades K-12
Public
Grades K-12
Public
Grades 9-12
1,028 Students
Southwest Community High School
Public
Grades 9-12
29 Students
Dickinson Roughrider 9-12 Virtual Academy
Public
Grades 9-12
14 Students
Public
Grades K-12
Public
Grades K-12
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.