Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.29 |
| Below Poverty | 9.2% ▼ 8% below avg |
| College Grads | 46.6% ▲ 20% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.1% ▼ 77% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 9 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 617 (26.9%) |
| Some College | 158 (6.9%) |
| Associates | 444 (19.4%) |
| Bachelors | 409 (17.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 654 (28.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $78,539 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $123,232 ▼ 56% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $744/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 1,944 |
| Vacant Units | 540 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Nelson County is located in North Dakota and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 3,262 residents. With a median age of 47.71, it is a mature county.
Nelson County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $78,539 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 1.1%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 9.2% is near the national average.
Housing in Nelson County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $123,232 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $743. Homeownership rates are high at 77.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Nelson County are primarily White (92.03%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 46.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Nelson County, ND is a middle-income area in North Dakota. The 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 58212 | Aneta | 336 | $60,588 | — | — | 0.6% | 36.4% |
| 58224 | Dahlen | 52 | $126,250 | $67,900 | — | 0.0% | 64.1% |
| 58344 | Lakota | 1,004 | $64,141 | $126,400 | $616 | 2.4% | 38.3% |
| 58254 | Mcville | 596 | $106,563 | $106,900 | $581 | 0.0% | 44.7% |
| 58259 | Michigan | 446 | $64,167 | $102,500 | $1,044 | 1.9% | 45.9% |
| 58361 | Pekin | 218 | $127,670 | $219,300 | $825 | 1.1% | 64.9% |
| 58272 | Petersburg | 211 | $78,125 | $112,500 | $1,042 | 0.0% | 55.0% |
| 58380 | Tolna | 399 | $71,250 | — | $770 | 0.0% | 63.2% |