I was amazed at what lenders and AMC's companies pay for appraisals in Williston, ND.  The going rate is triple to four times as much in Boise, ID.   The builders  and agents beg appraisers to come to Williston, ND from other cities in North Dakota.

The turn-time for appraisals is in WEEKS and MONTHS.

The downside, no place to live, and winters are VERY harsh compared to other cities.