Williston, ND

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 3/10
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
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
27,964 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$84,309 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
21.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$262,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$523 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,050 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
38.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Williams County
4
Williston Urban Area
4
North Dakota
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Williams County
5
Williston Urban Area
5
North Dakota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 8 12
Feb 0 4 17
Mar 1 6 29
Apr 1 3 43
May 2 1 54
Jun 2 0 63
Jul 2 0 69
Aug 1 0 68
Sep 1 0 57
Oct 1 2 43
Nov 1 5 27
Dec 0 7 14

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (28%) (68%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 78%
Hillary Clinton 16%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, ND State Senate District 23, ND State House District 23, ND
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Schools

Hagan Elementary School
1 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Williston Trinity Christian School
2 miles, S • 3.2 star
Williston High School
2 miles, W • 2.3 star
Del Easton Alternative High School
2 miles, S • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Williston State College
3 miles, S • 1.9 star
Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College
56 miles, SE • 1 star
Fort Peck Community College
71 miles, W • 1 star
Dawson Community College
91 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Chi St Alexius Health Williston
2 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Airports

Minot International Airport
109 miles, E • 1 star
Bismarck Municipal Airport
167 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Devils Lake Regional Airport
218 miles, E • 1 star
Jamestown Regional Airport
248 miles, SE • 1 star
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