| ZIP Code | 58779 |
|---|---|
| City | Ryder |
| State | North Dakota (ND) |
| County | Ward County |
| Area Code | 701 |
| Elevation | 2,154 ft |
| Latitude | 47.85496 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -101.753854 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 38101 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.3 yrs ↓ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.98 |
| Below Poverty | 11.6% ▲ 16% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.9% ▼ 30% below avg |
| Unemployment | 1.9% ▼ 60% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 12 (6.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 67 (34.7%) |
| Some College | 40 (20.7%) |
| Associates | 22 (11.4%) |
| Bachelors | 15 (7.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 37 (19.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,000 ▼ 15% below avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $58,200 ▼ 79% below avg ↓ 39% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 0.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $529/mo ↓ 8% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 147 |
| Vacant Units | 31 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.98 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 147 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 31 |
| Owner Occupied | 76.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.98 |
ZIP code 58779 is located in Ryder, North Dakota, within Ward County. With a population of 346, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.3 years. Economically, 58779 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,000 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 58779 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $58,200 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $529 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have decreased by 39% since 2019.
The population of 58779 is primarily White (97.11%). Residents are moderately educated — 26.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.6%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 58779 stands at 1.9%, which is well below the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 58779 in Ryder, ND is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 346 residents, a median household income of $65,000, and a median home value of $58,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of North Dakota.