Discover Fargo, ND: Scores, Rankings, and Comparisons

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Fargo leans conservative and has a Democratic representative in Congress

120,209

Fargo Population7

42,883

Median Income6

3.8

Unemployment Rate17

Taxes

83
- City income tax
  
  0.0 % (for median earners)
- City income tax
  
  0.0 % (for high earners)
- State income tax16
  
  0.8 % (for median earners)
- State income tax16
  
  1.5 % (for high earners)
- City sales tax19
  
  2.5 %
- State sales tax19
  
  5.0 %
- Property tax21
  
  1.0 %
- Vehicle tax21
  
  0.0 %
Economy

71
- Income6
  
  $30,739
- Income (full-time)6
  
  $42,883
- Income ($100,000 or more)6
  
  11.2 %
- Income ($25,000 and less)6
  
  15.6 %
- Income growth (1-year)6
  
  3.7 %
- Income growth (10-year)6
  
  16.7 %
- Employment rate17
  
  96.2 %
- Employment rate (full-time)6
  
  47.9 %
- Employment rate growth (1-year)17
  
  2.0 %
- Employment rate growth (10-year)17
  
  17.3 %
- Population growth (1-year)7
  
  1.8 %
- Population growth (10-year)7
  
  17.2 %
Safety

54
- Property crimes1
  
  3,270.1 per 100,000 residents
- Violent crimes1
  
  434.2 per 100,000 residents
Education

52
- Public schools rated 8+4
  
  3
- Public schools rated 8+ (%)4
  
  11.1 %
- High schools in top 25%14
  
  2
- High schools in top 25% (%)14
  
  50.0 %
- Top rated public high school14
  
  North High School
- Top rated public high school (national rank)14
  
  2,200
Climate

50
- Sunny days3
  
  56 days
- Rainy days12
  
  102 days
- Hot days12
  
  13 days
- Cold days12
  
  177 days
- Average humidity12
  
  72 %
- Average wind speed12
  
  11 mph
- Annual snowfall12
  
  42 inches
- Temperature in January12
  
  9 °F
- Temperature in July12
  
  71 °F
- Wildfire risk23
  
  Low
- Hurricane risk23
  
  None
- Tornado risk23
  
  Medium
- Earthquake risk23
  
  Low
- Flood risk23
  
  High
Attractions

49
- Restaurants8
  
  67.4 per 100,000 residents
- Bars8
  
  97.0 per 100,000 households
- Performing arts centers8
  
  132.1 per 100,000 households
- Museums8
  
  0.0 per 100,000 households
- Music venues18
  
  9
- Historical sites
  
  0
- Golf courses20
  
  19
- Wineries
  
  0
- Casinos22
  
  11
Diversity

45
- White or Middle Eastern7
  
  83.6 %
- Black7
  
  6.1 %
- Asian7
  
  3.8 %
- Hispanic7
  
  2.8 %
Home Pricing

44
- Median home value5
  
  $229,714
- Median home value (sq ft)13
  
  $385
- Median rent price13
  
  $1,400
Travel Connectivity

43
- Airports
  
  1
- Train stations
  
  2
Local Transportation

41
- Walkability score11
  
  44
- Bikeability score11
  
  50
- Transit score11
  
  25
- Commute via public transit17
  
  1.1 %
- Commute via walking17
  
  3.5 %
- Commutes via driving solo17
  
  83.0 %
- Commute time (avg)17
  
  15.0 minutes
Air Quality

29
- Unhealthy air quality10
  
  1 days per year
- Unhealthy air quality for sensitive groups10
  
  1 days per year
- High PM2.5 pollution10
  
  57 days per year
- High ozone10
  
  207 days per year
Internet Connectivity

24
- Access to 25+ mbps wired broadband24
  
  94.6 %
- Access to 100+ mbps broadband24
  
  92.9 %
- Average download speed24
  
  41 mpbs
- Households with broadband25
  
  82.0 %
Healthcare

16
- Hospitals (<50 miles)2
  
  6
- Hospital rating (avg)2
  
  3.0 / 5
- 5-star hospitals
  
  0
- 5-star hospitals (%)
  
  0 %
- 5-star hospital (nearest)
  
  63.1 miles from city center
Outdoor Activities

15
- Beaches9
  
  2
- Parks15
  
  8
- Ski resorts
  
  0

Fargo is one of the fastest growing cities in the United States since 2010, particularly for 65- to 74-year olds which grew by 62%

Age

30.4

Median Age7

17.2

Population Growth Since 20107

Proportion of Population by Age Group vs. United States average7

Fargo residents are mostly white and the city is slowly becoming less diverse as the white community has grown by 7.0% since 2010, while the Black community, 2nd largest in the city, has grown by 218.4%

Race

North Dakota Population, White7

61.1

United States population, White7

Population Distribution by Race/Ethnicity7

Fargo is very cold and humid with strong winds. The temperature drops to 32°F or below 177 days per year with an average temperature of 9°F in January, 11 mph winds, and 72% humidity

Weather

Chance of Rain12

Chance of Sunshine3

Average Temperature38

The average home value in Fargo increased by 25% since 2010 which is 17% lower than the national average and 17% lower than the state average

Rent

1,400

Monthly Average13

Renters39

Average Home Value5

Fargo is a low tax location with income tax 78% lower than the national average, sales tax near the national average, and property tax 11% lower than the national average.

Other

0.99

Property Tax21

7.5

Sales Tax19

0.0

Vehicle Tax21

Effective Income Tax Rate at Various Income Levels (Married, Filing Jointly)40

Fargo has a very high employment rate of 96% which is 3% higher than the national average. The largest employers are Scheels All Sports and North Dakota State University

Income

15.6

<$25,0006

11.2

$100,000+6

Distribution by Industry17

Fargo leans conservative and has a Democratic representative in Congress

2016 Presidential Election Results41

Representatives

Mayor28	Tim Mahoney Democratic
House of Representative28	Kelly Armstrong Republican

The nearest 5-star hospital, Perham Health, is 63.1 miles from the center of Fargo, the nearest Veterans Affairs medical center, Fargo VA Health Care System, is 0.0 miles away, and the nearest top-rated hospital for cancer care, University of Minnesota Medical Center, is 218.8 miles away

Medicare-Rated Hospitals (<50 Miles)2

Is Marijuana Legal?

Medical29	Yes
Decriminalized29	Yes, but fine for possession up to half an ounce

In North Dakota, 53.3% of adults live in a household with at least one gun, which is a marginal decrease from 2000 when 55.0% of adults lived in households with guns

Gun Laws

Universal Background Checks30

Permit to Purchase Law30

Property Crimes and Violent Crimes per 100,000 Residents

#63	2020 Best Cities to Live by Niche31
#45	2020 Best Cities for Families by Niche32
#79	2019 Best Cities to Retire by WalletHub33
#97	2019 Best Cities for Healthcare by healthgrades34

1	2018 Offenses Known to Law Enforcement \| FBI
2	Medicare-certified hospitals \| Medicare.gov
3	Sunshine - Average Percent of Possible
4	School Rankings & Reviews for Public and Private Schools \| Great Schools
5	Zillow Housing Data
6	2018 Earnings in the Past 12 Months \| ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles \| United States Census
7	2018 Demographic And Housing Estimates \| ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles \| United States Census
8	2017 County Business Patterns \| United States Census
9	Beaches \| Yelp
10	AirData \| United States Environmental Protection Agency
11	2020 City & Neighborhood Scores \| Walk Score
12	Comparative Climatic Data \| National Centers for Environmental Information
13	United States Home Prices & Home Values
14	Best High Schools in the US \| U.S. News & World Report's
15	Parks \| Yelp
16	State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets for 2020 \| Tax Foundation
17	2018 Economic Characteristics \| ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles \| United States Census
18	Music Venues \| Yelp
19	2020 State and Local Sales Tax Rates \| Tax Foundation
20	Golf Courses \| Yelp
21	2020 Property and Vehicle Taxes by State \| WalletHub
22	Casinos \| Yelp
23	Natural Center for Disaster Preparedness \| Columbia University
24	Internet Service Providers: Availability & Coverage \| Broadband Now
25	2018 Social Characteristics \| ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles \| United States Census
26	Largest Cities of U.S. States \| Wikipedia
27	Zippia, The Career Expert
28	Who represents me \| Ballotpedia
29	State Policy \| Marijuana Policy Project
30	State-Level Estimates of Household Firearm Ownership \| The RAND Corporation
31	2020 Best Cities to Live \| Niche
32	2020 Best Cities for Families \| Niche
33	2019 Best Cities to Retire \| WalletHub
34	National Health Index
35	2010 Demographic And Housing Estimates \| ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles \| United States Census
36	Elevations and Distances \| U.S. Geological Survey Publications Repository
37	Normal Precipitation, Inches
38	Normal Daily Minimum Temperature, °F
39	2018 Selected Housing Characteristics \| ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles \| United States Census
40	Federal Income Tax Calculator \| smartasset
41	2016 Presidential Election Results \| Politico

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