Minot

ND

Ward County, North Dakota

Population 69K |Median income $78,238 |2 hospitals

Population
68,973
Ward County
Median Income
$78,238
+15% vs avg
Median Home Value
$267,100
+17% vs avg
Median Age
33.6
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
69K+8%
Median Income
$78,238+38%
Median Home Value
$267,100+71%
Poverty Rate
8.6%-5%
Unemployment
3.2%+23%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,048/mo
Poverty Rate
8.6% -39% vs avg
Unemployment 3.2%
Bachelor's Degree+ 29.6%
Work From Home 5.7%
Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 81.3%
Two or More Ethnicities 5.1%
African American 4.7%
Asian 1.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
39.1%
Obesity
33.9%
High Blood Pressure
31.4%
Physical Inactivity
22.6%
Binge Drinking
22.2%
Frequent Mental Distress
14.4%
Current Smoking
12.6%
Frequent Physical Distress
11%
Current Asthma
9.9%
Diabetes
8.8%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 62.7%
Annual Checkup 72.2%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.7%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.3%
Stroke
2.7%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
1
TRINITY HOSPITALS
MINOT · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Minot 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 Minot, ND? ▼
Minot, ND has a population of 68,973 people, located in Ward County, North Dakota.
What is the median household income in Minot? ▼
The median household income in Minot, ND is $78,238 per year. The poverty rate is 8.6%.
What is the median home value in Minot? ▼
The median home value in Minot, ND is $267,100. Median rent is $1,048/month.
What are the top health concerns in Minot? ▼
The top health indicators in Minot include Short Sleep Duration (39.1%), Obesity (33.9%), High Blood Pressure (31.4%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Minot? ▼
Minot has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Minot? ▼
The median age in Minot, ND is 33.6 years. 29.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Minot, ND is located in Ward County, North Dakota. With a population of 69K and a median household income of $78,238, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Minot area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Nearby Cities 8

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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 (Ward 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.