Benson County

As of the 2020 Census, Benson County, North Dakota, had a population of approximately 5,974. The racial composition is predominantly Native American (about 64%), followed by White (around 33%), and small percentages of other races. The median age is roughly 32 years. The county’s population is spread out across diverse age groups, with about 28% under 18, 31% aged 18-44, 25% aged 45-64, and 16% aged 65 and older. The median household income is approximately $37,500, and around 30% of the population lives below the poverty line.

As of the latest data, Benson County, ND, has a median home value of approximately $71,000. The homeownership rate is around 58%, with a median gross rent of about $556 per month. The county has an overall housing unit vacancy rate of 22%. The average household size is 2.9 persons. Construction trends show that the majority of homes were built before 1980, reflecting older housing stock.

Benson County, ND, participates in federal, state, and local elections. As of the 2020 Census, the county's population was approximately 6,440. Elections include races for county commissioners, sheriff, state legislators, and U.S. Congressional representatives, among others.

In the 2020 Presidential election, Benson County voters cast 1,856 votes, with approximately 53% supporting the Republican candidate and 46% supporting the Democratic candidate.

Candidates for local offices in the upcoming cycle (if applicable) would include positions like county commissioners, where incumbents and challengers vie for seats. For more detailed and updated information, residents should check the North Dakota Secretary of State’s website or the Benson County Auditor's Office.

(Note: Specific names and election dates can be verified closer to the date of the actual election as they tend to change and new candidates may file to run.)

Benson County, ND has a population with varying education levels. As of the most recent data, approximately 78.9% of residents 25 and older have a high school diploma or higher, while 12.6% hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Comparatively, the national average for high school graduates is about 88%, and for bachelor's degree holders, it's roughly 33.1%. Within North Dakota, the figures stand at approximately 92.2% for high school graduates and 28.2% for bachelor's degree holders. Therefore, Benson County trails behind both the national and state averages in educational attainment, highlighting a significant gap particularly in higher education.

As of recent data, Benson County, ND, has an employment rate of around 48%, reflecting a workforce of approximately 3,600 people. Key industries in the county include health care and social assistance (19.4%), educational services (18.2%), and retail trade (10.4%).

In comparison, the national average shows health care employs about 13.9%, educational services around 9.2%, and retail trade approximately 10.8%. North Dakota's state averages indicate health care and social assistance at roughly 15.2%, educational services at 9.7%, and retail trade at 10.9%.

Thus, Benson County has a higher proportion of its workforce in healthcare and education than the national and state averages. The unemployment rate in Benson County hovers around 10.7%, which is significantly higher than the U.S. average of approximately 6.0% and North Dakota's average of about 3.6%.

As of the latest available data, the average household income in Benson County, North Dakota is approximately $47,000. Comparatively, the median household income for North Dakota is around $64,000, and the national median household income stands at approximately $68,700. This indicates that Benson County's average household income is considerably lower than both the state and national averages.

Income Comparison Table

These figures highlight the economic challenges faced by residents in Benson County in comparison to broader state and national economic conditions.

As of the most recent data available for Benson County, North Dakota, crime rates are generally lower compared to national averages. Here are some detailed statistics for crime rates per 1,000 residents:

Overall, Benson County experiences relatively low rates of violent and property crimes. This data reflects trends characteristic of rural areas, but crime rates can vary yearly. Accurate, up-to-date statistics should be verified with official resources.