Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | -1.09 |
| Below Poverty | 9.8% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 44.7% ▲ 15% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.7% ▼ 65% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 49 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,448 (24.4%) |
| Some College | 1,214 (12.1%) |
| Associates | 1,747 (17.4%) |
| Bachelors | 2,213 (22%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,374 (23.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $71,072 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $174,935 ▼ 37% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $720/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 7,413 |
| Vacant Units | 792 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Richland County is located in North Dakota and encompasses 14 ZIP codes spanning 12 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 16,191 residents. With a median age of 36, it is a relatively young county.
Richland County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $71,071 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 1.7%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 9.8% is near the national average.
Housing in Richland County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $174,935 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $719. Homeownership rates are high at 69.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Richland County are primarily White (89.02%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 44.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Richland County, ND is a solidly middle-class area in North Dakota. The 14 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 58001 | Abercrombie | 231 | $69,500 | $156,300 | — | 2.6% | 35.6% |
| 58008 | Barney | 184 | $130,625 | — | — | 0.0% | 54.5% |
| 58015 | Christine | 316 | $99,000 | $314,300 | — | 0.0% | 47.5% |
| 58018 | Colfax | 481 | $94,934 | $258,700 | — | 1.9% | 64.7% |
| 58030 | Fairmount | 612 | $73,250 | $120,000 | $583 | 2.9% | 41.6% |
| 58041 | Hankinson | 1,471 | $80,357 | $144,700 | $450 | 3.8% | 35.2% |
| 58053 | Lidgerwood | 1,333 | $51,213 | $101,100 | $684 | 1.1% | 29.1% |
| 58058 | Mantador | 128 | $66,250 | $112,500 | — | 0.0% | 51.7% |
| 58061 | Mooreton | 370 | $81,620 | $167,500 | $506 | 3.2% | 47.8% |
| 58075 | Wahpeton | 8,887 | $64,161 | $178,800 | $756 | 1.1% | 48.3% |
| 58077 | Walcott | 726 | $106,750 | $261,800 | $1,110 | 0.8% | 54.2% |
| 58081 | Wyndmere | 880 | $85,625 | $186,100 | — | 3.8% | 52.9% |