Sheldon, ND

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
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
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher 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
118 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
98.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$55,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$407 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$645 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
90.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Ransom 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

Ransom County
2
North Dakota
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 10
Feb 1 5 16
Mar 1 7 29
Apr 2 2 44
May 2 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 2 0 71
Aug 2 0 70
Sep 2 0 59
Oct 2 1 46
Nov 1 7 30
Dec 1 7 15

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (50%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 11%

Schools

Enderlin Area High School
6 miles, NW 2.8 star
Enderlin Area Elementary School
6 miles, NW 1.9 star
Lisbon High School
14 miles, SW 4.1 star

Colleges

Valley City State University
33 miles, NW 2.3 star
Rasmussen College-North Dakota
36 miles, E 1.4 star

Hospitals

Lisbon Area Health Services
14 miles, SW 4.1 star
Chi Mercy Health
33 miles, NW 4.1 star
Essentia Health
36 miles, E 4.1 star
Prairie St Johns
39 miles, E

Airports

Hector International Airport
40 miles, E 1.4 star
Jamestown Regional Airport
61 miles, NW 1 star
Aberdeen Regional Airport
90 miles, SW 1 star
Grand Forks International Airport
95 miles, NE 1 star