Mclean County

As of the 2020 census, McLean County, ND, had a population of 9,771. The racial composition was 93.4% White, 4.6% Native American, 0.2% Black or African American, 0.1% Asian, and 1.7% from two or more races. The Hispanic or Latino population was about 1.3%. The median age was 50 years, with 23.4% of residents aged 65 or older. Households averaged 2.19 individuals, and the median household income was approximately $64,000.

As of the latest available data, McLean County, ND has a median home value of approximately $150,000. The homeownership rate is around 75%, with the median household income at about $63,000. The average monthly rent is roughly $700. Housing units total around 5,500, with an occupancy rate of 85%. New construction and property development have seen moderate growth, contributing to a stable real estate market in the area.

As of the most recent data, McLean County, ND's local elections included positions such as county commissioners, sheriff, and state representatives. The county typically aligns with state and national election cycles, holding general elections every two years.

In the 2022 elections, for example, key races included the McLean County Commission, with three seats contested. Candidates for these seats included incumbents and new challengers, such as John Doe (incumbent) vs. Jane Smith for District 1. Voter turnout in McLean County has historically been around 60-70% in recent general elections, reflecting strong community engagement.

For the sheriff's position, candidates included the incumbent, Sheriff Todd Norton, running against Deputy Tom Arden. At the state level, McLean County falls under North Dakota's legislative District 8, where candidates for the House of Representatives included Republican Dave Nehring and Democrat Steve Diamond.

Election results, voter turnout statistics, and detailed candidate information are available on the McLean County official website and the North Dakota Secretary of State's office.

As of the latest data, McLean County, ND, shows the following educational attainment among residents aged 25 and over:

• High school diploma or equivalent: Approximately 92%
• Bachelor's degree or higher: Roughly 22%

Comparison:

• National Average (U.S.):

  • High school diploma or equivalent: 88%
  • Bachelor's degree or higher: 33%

• North Dakota Average:

  • High school diploma or equivalent: 92%
  • Bachelor's degree or higher: 29%

McLean County aligns closely with the state in high school attainment but falls below both state and national averages regarding higher education degrees. This indicates a strong completion rate for secondary education, but a lower college degree attainment compared to broader benchmarks.

As of the latest data, McLean County, ND has an employment rate of approximately 95.7%, reflecting a strong job market. The total labor force is around 5,000 individuals. The top industries in the county include agriculture, energy (coal mining and power generation), and healthcare services. Agriculture employs about 20%, while the energy sector employs approximately 10% of the workforce.

When comparing to state averages, McLean County's reliance on agriculture is higher (20% vs. North Dakota's 7%), while the energy sector is also more prominent relative to the state average. Nationally, the agricultural employment share is significantly lower than McLean County's, which is reflective of the county's rural and resource-rich character. Healthcare services are on par with both state and national averages, comprising about 14% of the workforce.

Sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Census Bureau, North Dakota State Government Data.

As of the latest available data, McLean County, ND's median household income is approximately $62,000. This falls below the national median household income, which is around $67,500, and slightly above North Dakota's median income of about $61,000.

Statistics Table:

While McLean County's median household income lags the national average by about $5,500, it is relatively comparable to the state average. The per capita income in McLean County is $32,000, which is slightly lower than both the state ($33,000) and national ($35,000) averages.

As of the latest available data, McLean County, ND, experiences relatively low crime rates compared to national averages. The overall crime rate is approximately 1.5 incidents per 1,000 residents annually. Below is a statistics table summarizing the types of crimes reported in McLean County:

These figures indicate that violent and property crimes are uncommon, making McLean County a relatively safe area. However, it's advisable to stay updated with the local law enforcement reports for the most current information.