Nelson County

Nelson County, ND, had a population of 2,879 according to the 2020 U.S. Census. The racial makeup was predominantly White at 97.2%, with small percentages of Native American (1.4%), Asian (0.2%), and other races. Hispanic or Latino individuals accounted for 0.7% of the population. 19.8% were under 18, 24.1% were 65 or older, and the median age was 50.8 years. The county had 1,587 housing units with an average household size of 2.14 persons. The median household income was $56,563, with a poverty rate of approximately 9.3%.

Sources:

1. U.S. Census Bureau Data
2. Local Demographic Reports

Nelson County, ND, offers a rural housing market. The median home value is around $100,000. Rental prices average $600 per month for a two-bedroom apartment. Homeownership rates are high, with approximately 80% of residents owning their homes. The housing market is stable, with low foreclosure rates. Properties often span large lots, appealing to those seeking spacious living. New construction is limited, maintaining a quaint, small-town atmosphere.

As of the latest information available up to October 2023, Nelson County, North Dakota, typically holds elections for various local, state, and national positions. This includes county commissioners, state legislators, and federal representatives.

In the most recent local elections, the key positions included:

1. County Commission:

   • With three seats up for election.
   • Candidates included incumbents and challengers from various parties, reflecting both the Republican and Democratic preferences, though local elections can also feature non-partisan contests.

2. State Legislature:

   • Nelson County falls under specific legislative districts with multiple candidates vying for the seats in the North Dakota House of Representatives and Senate.

3. Federal Elections:

   • Voters cast ballots for U.S. House and Senate candidates in line with statewide results.

For exact numerical values and detailed candidate names, the Nelson County Auditor's Office or the North Dakota Secretary of State’s website provides the most current and detailed election results and candidate information.

As of the latest data, Nelson County, ND has a high school graduation rate of approximately 94%, which is higher than both the national average of around 88% and the North Dakota state average of about 92%. When it comes to higher education, around 23% of Nelson County residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. In comparison, the national average for bachelor's degree attainment is about 33%, and the state average for North Dakota is around 30%. This indicates that while Nelson County performs well in terms of high school graduation rates, it falls behind both the national and state averages in terms of higher education attainment.

As of the latest available data, Nelson County, ND, has a workforce primarily engaged in sectors like agriculture, manufacturing, and healthcare. Approximately 1,400 people form the labor force, with an employment rate of about 94%, marginally higher than the national average of 93.7% as of 2022.

Top industries in Nelson County include agriculture (27%), manufacturing (15%), and healthcare and social assistance (13%). Agriculture’s prominence vastly exceeds the national average of 1.7%, reflecting the county’s rural nature. Manufacturing and healthcare sectors in Nelson County align closely with North Dakota’s average but are slightly below national levels, where manufacturing and healthcare stand at approximately 8.5% and 14.5%, respectively.

The county's unemployment rate hovers around 3.8%, below the national average of 4.5% but slightly above North Dakota’s state average of 3.5%.

As of the most recent data, the median household income in Nelson County, ND is approximately $47,000. Comparatively, the median household income for North Dakota is around $63,000, while the national median is roughly $68,700. This indicates that Nelson County falls below both state and national income averages.

Nelson County's income is approximately 25% lower than the state average and about 32% lower than the national median, highlighting economic disparities within smaller regions compared to broader metrics.

As of the latest available data, Nelson County, ND, has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. Here are the statistical crime rates per 100,000 people:

Nelson County's crime rates are notably lower than both state and national averages, particularly in violent crimes. Efforts by local law enforcement focus on community outreach and preventive measures to maintain low crime rates.