Fargo

Cass County, North Dakota

Population 193K |Median income $75,555 |4 hospitals

Population

193,400

Cass County

Median Income

$75,555

+11% vs avg

Median Home Value

$298,000

+31% vs avg

Median Age

32.8

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

193K+26%

Median Income

$75,555+44%

Median Home Value

$298,000+88%

Poverty Rate

11%-15%

Unemployment

3%-25%

Economics

Median Rent

$958/mo

Poverty Rate

11% -23% vs avg

Unemployment 3%

Bachelor's Degree+ 42.6%

Work From Home 10%

Public Transit 0.5%

Population

White 82.3%

African American 7%

Two or More Ethnicities 3.9%

Asian 3.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

33.8%

Short Sleep Duration

31.1%

High Blood Pressure

27.5%

Binge Drinking

22%

Physical Inactivity

17.6%

Frequent Mental Distress

13.9%

Current Smoking

11.2%

Current Asthma

9.8%

Frequent Physical Distress

9.6%

Diabetes

7.9%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 74.3%

Dental Visit 65.8%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

6.3%

Coronary Heart Disease

4.8%

Stroke

2.4%

Hospitals 4 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

4.3/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

FARGO VA MEDICAL CENTER

FARGO · Acute Care - Veterans Administration · ER

★★★★★

SANFORD MEDICAL CENTER FARGO

FARGO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★☆

ESSENTIA HEALTH

FARGO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Fargo Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 27m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Big Bend Florida Counties Including Tallahassee

NOAA · 28m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 33m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 34m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 34m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Fargo, ND? ▼

Fargo, ND has a population of 193,400 people, located in Cass County, North Dakota.

What is the median household income in Fargo? ▼

The median household income in Fargo, ND is $75,555 per year. The poverty rate is 11%.

What is the median home value in Fargo? ▼

The median home value in Fargo, ND is $298,000. Median rent is $958/month.

What are the top health concerns in Fargo? ▼

The top health indicators in Fargo include Obesity (33.8%), Short Sleep Duration (31.1%), High Blood Pressure (27.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Fargo? ▼

Fargo has 4 hospitals with an average rating of 4.3/5 stars. 3 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Fargo? ▼

The median age in Fargo, ND is 32.8 years. 42.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Fargo, ND is located in Cass County, North Dakota. With a population of 193K and a median household income of $75,555, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 4 hospitals with an average rating of 4.3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Fargo area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Nearby Cities 8

Moorhead, MN 42K West Fargo, ND 34K Fergus Falls, MN 13K Grand Forks, ND 57K Jamestown, ND 15K Alexandria, MN 12K Bemidji, MN 15K Aberdeen, SD 28K

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Cass County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.