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Bismarck, ND Community

35 discussions from residents and visitors

John Sanders

Best coffee shops in Bismarck?

Been meaning to ask this. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.

7 replies 25 upvotes qa
Zoe Wright

Day-to-day life in Bismarck, ND

First post here. I relocated for work and The median home value here is around $291,400, which seems about average. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The suburbs are where most families end up. TIA! Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The parks and outdoor areas ar...

9 replies 5 upvotes living
Ariana Brown

How are the schools in Bismarck?

Hey folks, Born and raised here. It's a a smaller city city with about 74,146 people. The weather takes some getting used to. What are your go-to spots? The food scene here is surprisingly good.

2 replies 5 upvotes qa
Oliver Baker

Starting a business in Bismarck?

Longtime lurker here, I'm a remote worker and The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. What do you all think? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. T...

3 replies 25 upvotes jobs
Ariana Brown

Day-to-day life in Bismarck, ND

Curious what people think. Born and raised here. Homes are going for about $291,400 on average. It's a a smaller city city with about 74,146 people. You can expect to pay around $992 for rent here. Average temperature is around 42--F, so bundle up in winter. There's a real sense of community in cert...

1 replies 22 upvotes living
Rylee Anderson

Things Bismarck needs to improve

Hey folks, Been living here since 2012. Poverty rate is 6.3%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Bismarck sits at 305.2 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $992 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. Night life is decent if you know the right spo...

5 replies 11 upvotes best-worst
Peyton Brooks

How is Bismarck for outdoor activities?

Random thought, What neighborhoods would you suggest? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.

1 replies 12 upvotes qa
Nolan R.

How are the schools in Bismarck?

Alright, Average temperature is around 42--F, so bundle up in winter. Homes are going for about $291,400 on average. You can expect to pay around $992 for rent here. It's a a smaller city city with about 74,146 people. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's changing fast -some good, some ...

6 replies 23 upvotes qa
Brooklyn

Best areas to explore in Bismarck?

First post here. I'm single, late 50s, and It's a a smaller city city with about 74,146 people. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. What would you do?

2 replies 30 upvotes qa
Melanie Stewart

Anyone else love living in Bismarck?

Just moved here 17 months ago and I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

0 replies 9 upvotes living
Brooklyn

Things Bismarck needs to improve

Longtime lurker here, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Rent is about $992/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 6.3%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 42--F, so bundle up in winter. Downtown has improved a lot in recent y...

3 replies 17 upvotes best-worst
Ariana Brown

Job hunting in Bismarck -tips?

It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Anyone in a similar situation?

0 replies 30 upvotes jobs
Piper A.

Should I move to Bismarck or stay in Pittsburgh?

Longtime lurker here, I'm a college student here and You can expect to pay around $992 for rent here. The median home value here is around $291,400, which seems about average. Median household income is $77,608, which feels about average for the area. Homes are going for about $291,400 on average. H...

7 replies 27 upvotes moving
Vivian Brown

Raising a family in Bismarck -thoughts?

Alright, Been living here since 2013. It's a a smaller city city with about 74,146 people. Poverty rate is 6.3%, which is pretty low. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Is this normal for Bismarck? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a real sense of comm...

1 replies 22 upvotes living
Logan C.

Remote worker thinking about Bismarck

Alright, The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $291,400, which seems about average. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. What are your go-to spots? Th...

4 replies 15 upvotes moving
Emilia H.

Best restaurants in Bismarck?

I'm a college student here and The median home value here is around $291,400, which seems about average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What would you do? Thanks for reading. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

1 replies 4 upvotes qa
Jean W.

Best industries in Bismarck right now

Hey, Average temperature is around 42--F, so bundle up in winter. The city has invested a lot in new development. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Am I wrong here?

9 replies 17 upvotes jobs
Roman Howard

Weekend activities in Bismarck?

Hey everyone, Poverty rate is 6.3%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $291,400 on average. Crime rate is something to consider -Bismarck sits at 305.2 per 100K. Median household income is $77,608, which feels about average for the area. There's a real sense of community in certain neigh...

2 replies 22 upvotes qa
Brian F.

Best restaurants in Bismarck?

Hey folks, I'm single, late 50s, and The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. With a population of 74,146, Bismarck is a smaller city. The median home value here is around $291,400, which seems about average. Average temperature is around 42--F, so bundle up in winter. There's a growing t...

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Brooks Anderson

Studio apartments in Bismarck -options?

Alright, Homes are going for about $291,400 on average. Average temperature is around 42--F, so bundle up in winter. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Am I wrong here? It's...

0 replies 27 upvotes housing
Terry N.

Dog-friendly places in Bismarck?

Alright, I'm retired and Median household income is $77,608, which feels about average for the area. Am I overthinking this?

3 replies 15 upvotes qa
Brooklyn

Unpopular opinion about Bismarck

Hey folks, I'm a remote worker and Average temperature is around 42--F, so bundle up in winter. Homes are going for about $291,400 on average. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Am I overthinking this? There's a real s...

0 replies 11 upvotes best-worst
Jonathan Thompson

Best areas to explore in Bismarck?

Random thought, Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

3 replies 9 upvotes qa
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