Golden Valley County, ND

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,679 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$76,528 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$119,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$444 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$593 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

North Dakota
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 5 17
Feb 0 5 21
Mar 1 5 31
Apr 1 4 43
May 2 1 54
Jun 2 0 63
Jul 2 0 70
Aug 1 0 69
Sep 1 0 57
Oct 1 2 44
Nov 1 4 29
Dec 0 5 18

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 18% of residents leaning left and 77% leaning right.

Liberal (18%) (78%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 84%
Hillary Clinton 10%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, ND State Senate District 39, ND State House District 39, ND
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Schools

Beach High School
8 miles, W • 2.8 star
Lincoln Elementary School
8 miles, W • 3.2 star
Demores Elementary School
15 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Golva Elementary School
16 miles, SW • 3.2 star

Colleges

Dawson Community College
43 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Dickinson State University
50 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Williston State College
85 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College
96 miles, NE • 1 star

Hospitals

Chi St Alexius Health Dickinson
48 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Sidney Health Center
56 miles, N • 4.1 star

Airports

Bismarck Municipal Airport
147 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Minot International Airport
150 miles, E • 1 star
Gillette-Campbell County Airport
197 miles, SW • 1 star
Rapid City Regional Airport
204 miles, S • 1.4 star