Grafton

Grafton, North Dakota Overview

Grafton scores 55.2/100 overall (B), ranking #13 of 20 cities in North Dakota — below the state composite of 76.6. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 85/100, while Growth lags at 28/100.

Income & Employment in Grafton

The median household income in Grafton is $60,184, 17% below the statewide median of $72,583. Population declined 0.7%.

Safety in Grafton

Grafton’s violent crime rate of 146.3 per 100,000 is well below both the North Dakota rate of 267 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 1706.5 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Grafton

The median home value is $153,800. Median monthly rent is $715. Renters spend 14.3% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Grafton

The adult obesity rate in Grafton is 35.6%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 12%. Residents average 13.7 poor mental health days per month. North Dakota ranks #18 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Grafton

The student-teacher ratio of 9.8:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Per-pupil spending is $11,865. The city has 3 public schools serving 948 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Grafton

Winters in Grafton are cold, averaging 9.1°F. Summers average 72.6°F. Winters average 9.1°F. Annual precipitation is 36.1 inches. The average commute of 14.1 minutes is notably short.

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