Williston

ND

Williams County, North Dakota

Population 40K |Median income $85,595 |2 hospitals

Population
39,555
Williams County
Median Income
$85,595
+26% vs avg
Median Home Value
$284,800
+25% vs avg
Median Age
31.8
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
40K+58%
Median Income
$85,595+12%
Median Home Value
$284,800+88%
Poverty Rate
8.6%+0%
Unemployment
4.3%+330%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,123/mo
Poverty Rate
8.6% -39% vs avg
Unemployment 4.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 24.4%
Work From Home 4%
Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 79.9%
African American 4.7%
Two or More Ethnicities 4%
Asian 1.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
40.4%
Short Sleep Duration
37.1%
High Blood Pressure
30.4%
Binge Drinking
24.3%
Physical Inactivity
24.1%
Frequent Mental Distress
16%
Current Smoking
15.6%
Frequent Physical Distress
11.3%
Current Asthma
10.2%
Lack of Health Insurance
9.5%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 61.8%
Annual Checkup 70.4%

Other Measures

Diabetes
8.9%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.1%
Stroke
2.7%

Alerts & News — Williston Area 6

Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 28m 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 · 34m 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 · 35m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Williston, ND? ▼
Williston, ND has a population of 39,555 people, located in Williams County, North Dakota.
What is the median household income in Williston? ▼
The median household income in Williston, ND is $85,595 per year. The poverty rate is 8.6%.
What is the median home value in Williston? ▼
The median home value in Williston, ND is $284,800. Median rent is $1,123/month.
What are the top health concerns in Williston? ▼
The top health indicators in Williston include Obesity (40.4%), Short Sleep Duration (37.1%), High Blood Pressure (30.4%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Williston? ▼
Williston has 2 hospitals with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Williston? ▼
The median age in Williston, ND is 31.8 years. 24.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Williston, ND is located in Williams County, North Dakota. With a population of 40K and a median household income of $85,595, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Williston area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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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 (Williams 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.