North Dakota
Watford City is a small city in North Dakota with a population of 6,016. Residents earn $88,351 per year, which is 18% above the national average.
Based on current data, Watford City receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high obesity rates. Watford City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Watford City is $88,351, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 8.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Watford City is $385,100, 37% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,210 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 596 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,085 per 100,000, 57% above the national average.
25.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Watford City has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.7 inches, including 50.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
| English Only | 87.2% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 12.8% |
| 4% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $88,351 |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $51,501 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,750 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $143,007 |
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.9% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 819 |
| County GDP | $4,355M |
| Restaurants | 47 |
| Healthcare | 20 |
| Retail | 47 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,576 |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.93% |
| Commute Time | 19.3 min |
| Work from Home | 6.8% |
| Census Median | $385,100 |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $374,113 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,210 |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,225 |
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
| Owner-Occupied | 35.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,576 |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.93% |
| Obesity | 39.9% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.7% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 5.3% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 22.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.3% |
| Depression | 19.5% |
| Mental Distress | 14.3% |
| Physical Distress | 11.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.5% |
| Premature Death | 13,744/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 40.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 20 |
| Total Violent | 596.2/100K |
| 57% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 155.5/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 440.6/100K |
| Total Property | 3,084.5/100K |
| 57% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 570.2/100K |
| Theft | 2,125.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 388.8/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 42.1°F |
| 22% below US avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 15.7 inches |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 50.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 2,057 ft (627 m) |
| Area | 8.9 sq mi (23.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 674/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.8015°N, 103.2667°W |
| County FIPS | 38053 |
Winner: Republican by 69.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 25.8% |
| 23% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.74 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 674/sq mi |
| Total Area | 8.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 20 |
| Restaurants | 47 |
| Retail Stores | 47 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 19.3 min |
| Work from Home | 6.8% |