Forest River, ND

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
139 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,625 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$86,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$391 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,057 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Walsh County
2
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

Walsh County
4
North Dakota
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 6
Feb 1 5 12
Mar 1 5 25
Apr 1 2 42
May 3 0 55
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 3 0 69
Aug 3 0 67
Sep 2 0 57
Oct 2 2 43
Nov 1 6 26
Dec 1 8 11

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 25%
Other 10%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, ND State Senate District 20, ND State House District 20, ND
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Schools

Midway High School
5 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Midway Elementary School
5 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Minto Elementary School
7 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Minto High School
7 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

University of North Dakota
28 miles, S • 3.2 star
University of Minnesota-Crookston
49 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Altru Hospital
28 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Airports

Devils Lake Regional Airport
67 miles, W • 1 star
Hector International Airport
95 miles, S • 1.4 star
Jamestown Regional Airport
105 miles, SW • 1 star
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