Morton County

Morton County, ND, has a population of approximately 33,000. The racial composition is about 89% White, 5% Native American, 2% Hispanic or Latino, 1% African American, and 1% Asian. The median age is around 40 years. Households average 2.4 persons, with a median household income of roughly $65,000. The poverty rate stands at about 8%. Educational attainment shows around 92% holding a high school diploma and 25% holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The male-to-female ratio is roughly 50:50.

As of the latest data, Morton County, ND, has a median home value of approximately $250,000. The homeownership rate is around 73.5%, with a median household income of $68,000. The average property tax rate is about 1.2%. Housing construction primarily consists of single-family homes, with a small percentage of multi-family units. Vacancy rates hover near 8%, and the average rent for a 2-bedroom apartment is roughly $850 per month. The market remains stable, with moderate growth in both home values and rental rates.

As of the most recent information for Morton County, ND, in the 2020 general elections:

• Presidential Results:

  • Donald J. Trump (R) received 12,128 votes (73.2%)
  • Joseph R. Biden (D) received 4,282 votes (25.8%)

• U.S. Senate:

  • Kevin Cramer (R) vied for re-election.
  • His primary challenger was Tracy Potter (D).

• U.S. House (At-Large District):

  • Kelly Armstrong (R) received 267,190 votes (69.0%)
  • Zach Raknerud (D) received 113,582 votes (29.3%)

• Governor:

  • Doug Burgum (R) received 235,679 votes (65.8%)
  • Shelley Lenz (D) received 115,039 votes (32.1%)

Local races included seats for the Morton County Commission, various educational boards, and judgeships. Specific candidates for these local positions vary by precinct and district and include varying numbers of incumbents and new challengers.

For detailed and the most up-to-date information, please refer to Morton County's official website or state

Morton County, ND, has a relatively high level of educational attainment compared to national figures. According to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2020 American Community Survey:

• 93.5% of residents aged 25 and older have at least a high school diploma or equivalent. This exceeds the national average of 88.6%.
• 28.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is slightly below the national average of 33.1% but fairly competitive within the region.

In comparison to the state of North Dakota:

• The state has a high school graduation rate of 92.7% and a college graduation rate of 30.4%. Morton County is thus above the state percentage for high school education but slightly below in higher education.

Overall, Morton County's educational system performs well, with a high school completion rate above national and state averages, although college attainment lags slightly behind.

As of the most recent data, Morton County, North Dakota, has an employment rate of approximately 95.2%, with a labor force of around 16,000 individuals. The top industries in the county include healthcare and social assistance (22%), retail trade (14%), and educational services (10%). The median household income is about $68,000, slightly above the state average of $64,500 but below the national average of $68,700.

North Dakota has a state employment rate of 96.2%, benefiting from its strong energy sector and agriculture. Nationally, the employment rate is around 94.4%.

Comparatively, Morton County aligns closely with state employment trends but exhibits stronger employment rates and median incomes than national figures. Healthcare and retail trade are also prominent industries nationally, while educational services have a more localized impact in Morton County.

As of the latest available data, Morton County, ND, boasts a median household income of approximately $67,500. This figure positions it favorably when compared to the state of North Dakota's median household income of $64,894. On a broader scale, the national median household income stands at $68,703. While Morton County's income levels are competitive on a national scale, they slightly exceed the state average.

Income Comparison Table

Morton County's economic indicators demonstrate a robust local economy, with incomes that are marginally below the national average but above the state average.

As of the most recent data, Morton County, ND has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. The overall crime rate is approximately 11.5 crimes per 1,000 residents annually. Here is a summary of crime statistics for Morton County:

These figures represent an approximation and are subject to change as new data becomes available.