Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 3.56 |
| Below Poverty | 22.7% ▲ 127% above avg |
| College Grads | 39.4% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 1.6% ▼ 68% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 48 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 845 (28.8%) |
| Some College | 312 (10.6%) |
| Associates | 502 (17.1%) |
| Bachelors | 550 (18.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 681 (23.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,909 ▼ 15% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $86,221 ▼ 69% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $579/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 2,384 |
| Vacant Units | 514 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Benson County is located in North Dakota and encompasses 11 ZIP codes spanning 11 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 5,673 residents. With a median age of 32.58, it is a relatively young county.
Benson County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $64,908 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 1.6%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 22.7% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Benson County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $86,221 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $578. Homeownership rates are high at 72.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Benson County are racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 44.9%. Educational attainment is moderately educated — 39.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Benson County, ND is a solidly middle-class area in North Dakota. The 11 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 58332 | Esmond | 216 | $65,347 | $81,800 | $648 | 16.5% | 31.6% |
| 58335 | Fort Totten | 1,047 | $29,886 | $36,500 | $381 | 0.0% | 18.0% |
| 58343 | Knox | 78 | $98,750 | $216,200 | — | 8.7% | 41.4% |
| 58346 | Leeds | 597 | $66,750 | $87,600 | $624 | 0.0% | 47.0% |
| 58348 | Maddock | 801 | $61,080 | $77,300 | $539 | 2.3% | 44.2% |
| 58351 | Minnewaukan | 375 | $82,697 | $105,600 | $638 | 1.9% | 43.1% |
| 58357 | Oberon | 549 | $80,441 | $52,400 | — | 0.0% | 35.4% |
| 58370 | Saint Michael | 1,187 | $66,583 | $83,300 | $567 | 1.9% | 46.8% |
| 58379 | Tokio | 289 | $41,500 | — | $806 | 0.0% | 37.3% |
| 58381 | Warwick | 468 | $110,000 | $222,900 | $840 | 0.0% | 56.0% |
| 58386 | York | 66 | $131,250 | — | — | 0.0% | 45.3% |