Wishek, ND
Full City Profile · North Dakota · McIntosh County County
Wishek, ND
At a Glance
How Wishek Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wishek's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wishek a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wishek residents earn a median household income of $65,357 , which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,862. The unemployment rate stands at 0.9% (75% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 141 business establishments, including 10 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wishek is $103,300 , 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $142,693. Median rent is $712/month, with 19.5% 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 1963.
Safety & Crime
Wishek reports 119 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 69% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 119/100K.
Education
18.8% of adults in Wishek hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below the national average). 83.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wishek has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.7 inches.