The top 10 metros in North Dakota for gross rental yield right now. Real 2026 numbers, updated quarterly. North Dakota is not a HUD Small Area Fair Market Rent state, so this leaderboard is ranked at the metro level using HUD's 2-bedroom metropolitan Fair Market Rent.
| Rank | Metro | 2BR FMR / mo | State home value | Gross yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Bismarck, ND | $1,023 | $290,642 | 4.22% |
| 02 | Fargo, ND-MN | $1,012 | $290,642 | 4.18% |
| 03 | Grand Forks, ND-MN | $984 | $290,642 | 4.06% |