Surety Bond Cost Guide in Fargo — Average Prices & Ranges

Last updated October 5, 2026

For a Fargo address, plan on $7,261 to $25,413 per job for surety bond, with the midpoint near $13,584.

The North Dakota market sets a baseline, but Fargo neighbourhoods vary. Access, parking and the age of the building can each add to a surety bond bill.

Typical cost at a glance

United States planning figures, per job
Level	Price
Low	~$7,261
Typical	~$13,584
High	~$25,413

Cost by type

Type	Low	Typical	High
Baseline cost at the advertised rate	~$7,261	~$16,337	~$25,413
Best-qualified applicant scenario	~$5,954	~$14,794	~$23,634
Weaker-credit scenario	~$7,842	~$20,440	~$33,037
Origination and third-party fees	~$871	~$3,867	~$6,862
Shorter term with higher payment	~$7,406	~$18,697	~$29,987

All figures per job.

Timing your surety bond

For surety bond, same-day and after-hours call-outs sit at the top of the range. A standard appointment booked in advance gives you the best chance of the typical figure.

Who sets surety bond prices

surety bond prices are set by the providers who do the work, not by a regulator or a single market rate. Their costs, capacity and risk assessment decide the figure you see.

What Surety Bond typically costs

Most buyers in Fargo see surety bond quoted between $7,261 and $25,413 per job. The typical figure is close to $13,584, and that is the number worth writing into a budget before you request quotes.

How to compare quotes for surety bond

Cheapest is not the same as best value for surety bond. A slightly higher quote with a complete scope and no open-ended extras is often safer than the lowest figure with caveats.

Budgeting for surety bond

The easiest way to budget for surety bond is to anchor on $13,584 per job, then add or subtract for scope. Providers near you can tell you which end you are likely to hit.

What moves the price of surety bond

Labour, materials and timing explain most of the gap between two quotes for surety bond. Access and preparation often matter as much as the headline task, so a job that needs extra setup or a second visit costs more even when the base price looks identical.

Frequently asked questions

How much does surety bond cost?

Most surety bond falls between $7,261 and $25,413, with a typical figure near $13,584 per job. The low end is a straightforward job with no surprises; the high end covers complex scope, premium materials or urgent timing. It is worth testing that against a couple of quotes in Fargo.

What affects the price of surety bond?

No single factor decides it — scope, materials, access and timing all move the total, and the biggest swings usually come from access and scheduling. Local providers in Fargo can confirm how that applies to your area.

Is Surety Bond cheaper in smaller cities?

Often, but not always. Smaller markets can carry a travel or availability premium that offsets a lower local rate, so it is worth checking a nearby city before assuming the lowest published figure applies to you. In Fargo, that is worth confirming with a local provider before you commit.

How many quotes should I get for surety bond?

Two or three written quotes are enough to see the real market range. Compare the same scope side by side, and ask each provider what is excluded and what would change the price after the quote is accepted. The answer can shift with the Fargo market, so check locally.

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These are planning ranges drawn from public price data and market research. They are not a quote, an offer or financial advice, and your actual price depends on the provider, the location and the scope of the work.