McKenzie County, ND

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
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
14,280 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$88,289 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$357,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$500 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,040 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
42.3% 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 7 13
Feb 0 5 18
Mar 1 5 30
Apr 1 2 44
May 2 1 55
Jun 2 0 64
Jul 2 0 70
Aug 1 0 69
Sep 1 0 58
Oct 1 2 44
Nov 1 5 29
Dec 0 8 16

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 27% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (27%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 77%
Hillary Clinton 16%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, ND State Senate District 26, ND State House District 26, ND
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Schools

Watford City Elementary School
7 miles, E • 1.4 star
Watford City High School
8 miles, E • 2.3 star
Watford City Middle School
8 miles, E • 1.9 star
Alexander Elementary School
13 miles, NW • 2.8 star

Colleges

Williston State College
30 miles, N • 1.9 star
Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College
46 miles, E • 1 star
Dickinson State University
66 miles, S • 2.3 star
Dawson Community College
77 miles, W • 1.4 star

Hospitals

Chi St Alexius Health Williston
31 miles, N • 2.3 star
Sidney Health Center
36 miles, W • 4.1 star

Airports

Minot International Airport
104 miles, E • 1 star
Bismarck Municipal Airport
142 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Devils Lake Regional Airport
210 miles, E • 1 star
Jamestown Regional Airport
228 miles, SE • 1 star