Elgin, ND

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
654 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
50.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$40,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
14 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$111,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$424 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$520 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Grant County
1
North Dakota
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Grant County
1
North Dakota
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 18% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.

Liberal (18%) (70%) Conservative

Climate

Hot-summer continental climate. Strong seasonal temperature contrasts with hot summers and cold snowy winters. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 7 14
Feb 0 5 19
Mar 1 6 30
Apr 1 4 43
May 2 0 54
Jun 2 0 64
Jul 2 0 70
Aug 2 0 69
Sep 1 0 58
Oct 1 2 44
Nov 1 5 29
Dec 0 5 17

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Elgin-New Leipzig High School
<1 miles, N · 2.8star
Roosevelt Elementary School
13 miles, E · 2.8star
Mott-Regent High School
23 miles, W · 2.3star
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Colleges

Dickinson State University
56 miles, NW · 2.3star
University of Mary
57 miles, E · 3.2star
Bismarck State College
57 miles, E · 2.8star
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Hospitals

Chi St Alexius Health Dickinson
57 miles, NW · 4.1star
Sanford Medical Center Bismarck
58 miles, E · 2.3star
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Airports

Bismarck Municipal Airport
58 miles, E · 1.4star
Minot International Airport
131 miles, NE · 1star
Jamestown Regional Airport
155 miles, E · 1star
Rapid City Regional Airport
173 miles, SW · 1.4star
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