Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
| Below Poverty | 8.3% ▼ 17% below avg |
| College Grads | 41.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 1.7% ▼ 66% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 85 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,091 (29.3%) |
| Some College | 792 (11.1%) |
| Associates | 1,200 (16.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,250 (17.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,723 (24.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $81,220 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $237,773 ▼ 15% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $771/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 5,871 |
| Vacant Units | 1,421 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
McLean County is located in North Dakota and encompasses 13 ZIP codes spanning 13 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 10,215 residents. With a median age of 46.07, it is a mature county.
McLean County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $81,219 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 1.7%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 8.3% is near the national average.
Housing in McLean County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $237,773 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $770. Homeownership rates are high at 84.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of McLean County are primarily White (88.88%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 41.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
McLean County, ND is a middle-income area in North Dakota. The 13 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 58716 | Benedict | 287 | $59,020 | $251,900 | — | 8.5% | 52.4% |
| 58723 | Butte | 233 | $74,167 | $118,800 | — | 4.6% | 51.6% |
| 58531 | Coleharbor | 328 | $67,067 | $262,500 | — | 5.0% | 51.1% |
| 58540 | Garrison | 2,986 | $75,625 | $257,800 | $669 | 1.1% | 37.5% |
| 58759 | Max | 705 | $88,409 | $177,200 | $1,000 | 0.0% | 36.0% |
| 58559 | Mercer | 393 | $96,964 | $281,500 | — | 2.6% | 41.0% |
| 58565 | Riverdale | 187 | $96,667 | $220,500 | — | 0.0% | 48.3% |
| 58775 | Roseglen | 166 | $66,125 | — | $575 | 0.0% | 62.8% |
| 58778 | Ruso | 143 | $143,811 | $406,100 | — | 0.0% | 64.3% |
| 58575 | Turtle Lake | 904 | $78,618 | $170,400 | $779 | 0.0% | 35.0% |
| 58576 | Underwood | 1,005 | $89,868 | $197,900 | $808 | 4.8% | 39.0% |
| 58577 | Washburn | 1,908 | $77,778 | $248,900 | $804 | 0.3% | 45.2% |
| 58579 | Wilton | 970 | $90,500 | $279,200 | $838 | 2.2% | 42.3% |