Dickinson

Dickinson, North Dakota Overview

With a composite score of 58.3/100 and a B+ grade, Dickinson ranks #7 of 20 cities in North Dakota. Its strongest showing is in Safety (76/100), while Environment (39/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Dickinson

The median household income in Dickinson is $76,964, 6% above the statewide median of $72,583. The local unemployment rate of 2.4% is higher than the state’s 2.2%. Population grew 1.9% recently.

Safety in Dickinson

Dickinson reports 272.6 violent crimes per 100,000, roughly in line with the statewide rate of 267 per 100,000. The property crime rate is 1859.5 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Dickinson

The median home value is $252,400. Median monthly rent is $963. Renters spend 15.0% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Dickinson

The adult obesity rate in Dickinson is 37.2%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 8.8%. Residents report an average of 15.3 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. North Dakota ranks #18 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Dickinson

Dickinson has a high school graduation rate of 85%. The student-teacher ratio is 18:1. Per-pupil spending is $14,504. The city has 12 public schools serving 4,067 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Dickinson

Winters in Dickinson are cold, averaging 21.9°F. Summers average 70.5°F. Winters average 21.9°F. Annual precipitation is 27 inches. The average commute of 15.4 minutes is notably short.

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