Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 1.23 |
| Below Poverty | 7.6% ▼ 24% below avg |
| College Grads | 42.9% ▲ 11% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.0% ▼ 39% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 517 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 11,437 (26.8%) |
| Some College | 5,340 (12.5%) |
| Associates | 7,393 (17.3%) |
| Bachelors | 5,252 (12.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12,806 (30%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $78,893 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $258,872 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $966/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 32,483 |
| Vacant Units | 4,135 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Ward County is located in North Dakota and encompasses 17 ZIP codes spanning 13 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 69,329 residents. With a median age of 34.45, it is a relatively young county.
Ward County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $78,892 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 7.6% is well below the national average.
Housing in Ward County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $258,872 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $965. Homeownership rates are high at 60.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Ward County are primarily White (80.96%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 42.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Ward County, ND is a middle-income area in North Dakota. The 17 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 58718 | Berthold | 1,137 | $86,667 | $217,200 | $675 | 0.2% | 32.8% |
| 58722 | Burlington | 1,410 | $80,982 | $241,400 | $988 | 5.9% | 31.8% |
| 58725 | Carpio | 438 | $87,344 | $206,700 | — | 0.0% | 38.2% |
| 58733 | Des Lacs | 216 | $96,000 | $166,700 | — | 0.0% | 43.9% |
| 58734 | Donnybrook | 211 | $68,958 | $166,700 | — | 0.0% | 26.0% |
| 58735 | Douglas | 534 | $126,458 | $330,000 | $1,417 | 0.0% | 59.2% |
| 58746 | Kenmare | 1,583 | $71,563 | $148,300 | $815 | 1.3% | 37.4% |
| 58756 | Makoti | 162 | $74,609 | $106,300 | $608 | 1.5% | 34.1% |
| 58701 | Minot | 32,868 | $75,329 | $270,200 | $875 | 2.5% | 39.7% |
| 58703 | Minot | 22,604 | $82,926 | $254,800 | $1,030 | 3.8% | 46.4% |
| 58704 | Minot Afb | 4,601 | $65,571 | — | $1,413 | 2.3% | 51.9% |
| 58779 | Ryder | 346 | $65,000 | $58,200 | $529 | 1.9% | 26.9% |
| 58781 | Sawyer | 691 | $103,750 | $263,200 | $1,225 | 2.5% | 39.3% |
| 58785 | Surrey | 1,729 | $104,750 | $306,400 | $846 | 3.0% | 45.8% |