Devils Lake

Devils Lake, North Dakota Overview

Devils Lake faces challenges across several categories, earning a C grade (46.5/100) and ranking #20 of 20 cities in North Dakota. Even so, the city scores 77/100 in Affordability — a relative bright spot compared to its Fiscal Health score of 15/100.

Income & Employment in Devils Lake

The median household income in Devils Lake is $42,755, 41% below the statewide median of $72,583.

Safety in Devils Lake

Devils Lake reports 307.4 violent crimes per 100,000, roughly in line with the statewide rate of 267 per 100,000. The property crime rate is 2612.8 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Devils Lake

The median home value is $171,000. Median monthly rent is $678. Renters spend 19.0% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Devils Lake

The adult obesity rate in Devils Lake is 42%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 12.7%. Residents report an average of 15.6 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. North Dakota ranks #18 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Devils Lake

Devils Lake has a high school graduation rate of 87%. The student-teacher ratio of 13.5:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Per-pupil spending is $14,196. The city has 6 public schools serving 1,782 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Devils Lake

Winters in Devils Lake are cold, averaging 11.3°F. Summers average 72.7°F. Winters average 11.3°F. Annual precipitation is 35.8 inches. The average commute of 13.7 minutes is notably short.

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