Esmond, ND

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
110 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,347 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
56.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
1.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$70,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$700 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$510 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
32.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Benson County
1
North Dakota
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Benson County
1
North Dakota
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 7 8
Feb 0 5 13
Mar 1 5 25
Apr 1 2 42
May 2 0 55
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 3 0 69
Aug 2 0 68
Sep 2 0 57
Oct 1 2 43
Nov 1 6 27
Dec 1 6 13

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, ND State Senate District 14, ND State House District 14, ND
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Schools

Maddock High School
12 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Maddock Elementary School
12 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Harvey High School
19 miles, SW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Cankdeska Cikana Community College
36 miles, SE • 1 star
Lake Region State College
42 miles, E • 1.9 star
Turtle Mountain Community College
59 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Dakota College at Bottineau
63 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Heart of America Medical Center
25 miles, N • 4.1 star
Chi St Alexius Health Devils Lake
43 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Devils Lake Regional Airport
40 miles, E • 1 star
Minot International Airport
72 miles, NW • 1 star
Jamestown Regional Airport
92 miles, S • 1 star
Bismarck Municipal Airport
98 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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