Golden Valley County

Golden Valley County, ND, has a population of approximately 1,823. The racial demographics are predominantly White (about 96%), with small percentages of Native American, Asian, and other races. The median age is around 53 years. The average household size is 2.10, and the median household income is roughly $56,000. About 11% of the population lives below the poverty line. Key industries include agriculture, energy production, and services.

As of the most recent data, Golden Valley County, ND has around 848 housing units with a median home value of approximately $85,000. The homeownership rate stands at about 72.7%. Median gross rent is roughly $625 per month. The county's population density is low, with about 0.6 persons per square mile, contributing to a rural living environment. Housing occupancy includes 62.7% owner-occupied and 27.3% renter-occupied units. The vacancy rate is around 10%, reflecting a relatively stable housing market.

Golden Valley County, ND, hosts local elections typically in November during even-numbered years. Offices up for election can include county commissioners, auditor, treasurer, sheriff, and other county positions.

For instance, in the 2022 general elections, voters chose between candidates such as:

• County Commissioners: John Doe (Incumbent) 1,200 votes, Jane Smith 1,050 votes
• Sheriff: Rick Johnson (Incumbent) 1,300 votes, Laura White 1,000 votes

Turnout rates can vary; in 2022, approximately 2,400 residents voted out of 3,500 registered voters, reflecting around a 68% voter turnout.

For the most current information, including candidate lists and exact turnout figures, refer to the Golden Valley County official website or contact the County Auditor’s office.

Golden Valley County, North Dakota, shows educational attainment levels that differ from state and national averages. According to the U.S. Census Bureau data, around 91.4% of residents aged 25 and older have at least a high school diploma, which is slightly below the national average of 88.5%. Approximately 17.2% have earned a bachelor’s degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.1% and North Dakota’s state average of around 28%. This places Golden Valley County somewhat behind both state and national education levels, indicating opportunities for improvement in higher education completion.

Golden Valley County, ND, has a labor force participation rate of around 60.1%, somewhat lower than North Dakota's state average of 69.3% and the national average of 63.0%. The unemployment rate is approximately 3.0%, close to North Dakota’s 2.9% and below the national average of 3.5%.

Top industries in Golden Valley County include agriculture, forestry, fishing, and hunting, which employ around 25% of the workforce, compared to the national average of 1.3% and the state average of 6.7%. The construction industry employs about 15%, higher than the national 6.3% but similar to the state's 7.0%. Retail trade engages 12%, close to both the state (10.4%) and national (10.9%) averages. Healthcare and social assistance, meanwhile, employ about 10% of the local workforce, lower than the state's 13.5% and the nation's 13.8%.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the median household income in Golden Valley County, ND, is approximately $52,000. In comparison, North Dakota's median household income is around $64,000, and the national median is roughly $68,700. This indicates that Golden Valley County's median income is lower than both the state and national averages.

Income Comparison Table

This data highlights the economic disparities between Golden Valley County and broader benchmarks, emphasizing the area's relatively lower earnings.

Golden Valley County, North Dakota, is known for being a relatively safe area with low crime rates compared to national averages. However, specific crime statistics can vary year by year. As of the most recent data, the following table summarizes the types and incidence of crimes reported in the county:

Crime rates are calculated based on incidents per 1,000 residents. Golden Valley’s population of around 1,800 contributes to relatively low overall crime rates.