Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.13 |
| Below Poverty | 10.0% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 31.9% ▼ 18% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.6% ▲ 14% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 634 (33.5%) |
| Some College | 283 (15%) |
| Associates | 374 (19.8%) |
| Bachelors | 236 (12.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 364 (19.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,216 ▼ 15% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $135,231 ▼ 51% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $766/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 1,540 |
| Vacant Units | 328 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Hettinger County is located in North Dakota and encompasses 3 ZIP codes spanning 3 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 2,723 residents. With a median age of 43.39, it is a middle-aged county.
Hettinger County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $65,216 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.6%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 10.0% is near the national average.
Housing in Hettinger County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $135,231 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $765. Homeownership rates are high at 80.5%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Hettinger County are primarily White (95.08%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 31.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Hettinger County, ND is a solidly middle-class area in North Dakota. The 3 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.