| ZIP Code | 58078 |
|---|---|
| City | West Fargo |
| State | North Dakota (ND) |
| County | Cass County |
| Area Code | 701 |
| Elevation | 897 ft |
| Latitude | 46.867244 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -96.942162 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 38017 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 5.9% ▼ 41% below avg |
| College Grads | 59.6% ▲ 54% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.0% ▼ 79% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 124 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,547 (14.7%) |
| Some College | 2,212 (9.1%) |
| Associates | 3,886 (16.1%) |
| Bachelors | 3,652 (15.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,757 (44.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $97,206 ▲ 27% above avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $303,200 ▲ 9% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,073/mo ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 16,416 |
| Vacant Units | 680 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 16,416 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 680 |
| Owner Occupied | 64.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 35.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
ZIP code 58078 is located in West Fargo, North Dakota, within Cass County. With a population of 39,946, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32.7 years. Economically, 58078 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $97,206 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 58078 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $303,200 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,073 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 64.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 25% since 2019.
The population of 58078 is primarily White (85.69%). Residents are well-educated — 59.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.9%. Household income has grown by 14% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 58078 stands at 1.0%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 58078 in West Fargo, ND is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 39,946 residents, a median household income of $97,206, and a median home value of $303,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Dakota.