Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.46 |
| Below Poverty | 15.8% ▲ 58% above avg |
| College Grads | 38.4% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.5% ▼ 28% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 407 (34.9%) |
| Some College | 55 (4.7%) |
| Associates | 250 (21.4%) |
| Bachelors | 116 (9.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 339 (29%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $68,180 ▼ 11% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $143,391 ▼ 49% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $621/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 986 |
| Vacant Units | 305 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Steele County is located in North Dakota and encompasses 4 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 1,638 residents. With a median age of 47.91, it is a mature county.
Steele County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $68,180 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 15.8% is above the national average.
Housing in Steele County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $143,391 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $620. Homeownership rates are high at 75.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Steele County are primarily White (95.18%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 38.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Steele County, ND is a solidly middle-class area in North Dakota. The 4 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.