Wahpeton, ND
Full City Profile · North Dakota · Wilkin County County
Wahpeton, ND
At a Glance
How Wahpeton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wahpeton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wahpeton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wahpeton residents earn a median household income of $57,417 , which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,164. The unemployment rate stands at 1.6% (56% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 208 business establishments, including 7 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wahpeton is $164,600 , 42% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $239,219. Median rent is $753/month, with 24.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 89.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1975.
Safety & Crime
Wahpeton reports 238 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 37% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,226/100K.
Education
22.9% of adults in Wahpeton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below the national average). 94.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wahpeton has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.1 inches.