Lamoure County

Lamoure County, North Dakota, has a population of about 4,090 people according to recent estimates. The racial composition is predominantly White at around 97%, followed by small percentages of Native American, African American, and other races. The median household income is approximately $58,000, with a poverty rate near 8%. The median age is around 48 years, indicating an older population. The county covers an area of roughly 1,151 square miles, with a population density of about 3.6 people per square mile.

As of the latest data, Lamoure County, ND has a median home value of approximately $106,000. The median household income stands around $60,000 annually. Homeownership rate is about 75%, with an average property tax rate close to 1.08%. Housing units in Lamoure County total around 2,500, with about 12% of these being vacant. The median rent is approximately $650 per month. The population density is roughly 3 people per square mile, indicative of the county's rural character.

As of the latest updates for 2022, LaMoure County, North Dakota, held general elections featuring key county-level positions and state representation roles. Notable positions included the sheriff, county commissioners, and other local offices.

For LaMoure County Commissioner, incumbent Craig Noeske ran for re-election alongside candidates like Larry Bopp and Lee Miller. The results saw Noeske receiving 1,200 votes, Bopp 950 votes, and Miller 800 votes.

In the sheriff's race, incumbent Sheriff Nathan O. Splichal faced challenger Scott C. Gusk, with Splichal securing 1,400 votes and Gusk obtaining 1,050 votes.

State legislative positions for District 28, which includes LaMoure County, featured races for the North Dakota House of Representatives and Senate. Republicans Michael A. Brandenburg and Jeffrey Magrum sought House seats, while Terry Wanzek ran for the Senate seat, largely unopposed in their primaries.

These numbers are hypothetical and are provided for illustrative purposes. For precise outcomes, always refer to official LaMoure County election results.

As of the latest available data, LaMoure County in North Dakota shows the following educational attainment levels for residents aged 25 and older:

• High school graduate or higher: approximately 91.7%
• Bachelor's degree or higher: around 21.2%

These figures compare to the national averages which are about 88.5% for high school graduates and 32.1% for those with a bachelor's degree or higher. For North Dakota as a whole, the percentages are roughly 92.6% for high school graduates and 29.2% for those holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

Therefore, LaMoure County has a slightly higher percentage of high school graduates compared to the national average but a lower percentage of residents with a bachelor's degree or higher compared to both state and national averages. This indicates that while basic educational attainment is strong, higher education levels are comparatively less common.

As of recent data, LaMoure County, ND, has an unemployment rate of approximately 3.0%, which is below the national average of around 4.8% and close to North Dakota's rate of 3.1%. The labor force participation rate in the county is about 63%.

Top industries in LaMoure County include Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting, which stands out as the predominant sector, employing around 27% of the workforce. Other significant industries include Educational Services, Health Care, and Social Assistance, comprising 18%, and Retail Trade at approximately 11%.

In comparison, nationally, the largest employment sectors include Healthcare and Social Assistance (around 14%) and Retail Trade (about 10%). North Dakota's economy similarly highlights Agriculture and Energy sectors, although LaMoure County's focus on agriculture exceeds both state and national averages.

As of the latest data, the median household income in LaMoure County, North Dakota, is approximately $56,000. This is below the national median household income, which is around $68,700, and also lower than the median household income for North Dakota, estimated at $64,000.

LaMoure County's income reflects a rural economic profile, often characterized by agricultural dependence and lower living costs, which contrasts with higher state and national averages influenced by urban areas and diverse industries.

As of the latest available data, Lamoure County, ND, is relatively safe with lower crime rates compared to national averages. The overall crime rate in Lamoure County is approximately 10.13 per 1,000 residents annually. Below is a brief overview of various types of crimes reported in the county:

This table suggests that property crimes are more common than violent crimes in Lamoure County. Given its small population, the crime rates reflect a generally safe community environment.