Grand Forks

Grand Forks, North Dakota Overview

Grand Forks scores 58.0/100 overall (B+), ranking #8 of 20 cities in North Dakota — below the state composite of 76.6. Affordability is the city’s relative strength at 81/100, while Fiscal Health lags at 38/100.

Income & Employment in Grand Forks

The median household income in Grand Forks is $63,838, 12% below the statewide median of $72,583. The local unemployment rate of 2.1% is lower than the state’s 2.2%. Population grew 0.8% recently.

Safety in Grand Forks

Grand Forks reports 265.1 violent crimes per 100,000, roughly in line with the statewide rate of 267 per 100,000. The property crime rate is 2567.1 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Grand Forks

With a cost of living index of 86.2, Grand Forks is well below the national average of 100, offering meaningful savings on everyday expenses. The median home value is $243,300. Median monthly rent is $958. Renters spend 18.0% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Grand Forks

The adult obesity rate in Grand Forks is 36.1%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 8.9%. Residents report an average of 16.3 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. North Dakota ranks #18 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Grand Forks

Grand Forks has a high school graduation rate of 87%. The student-teacher ratio of 11.6:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Per-pupil spending is $15,253. The city has 16 public schools serving 7,278 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Grand Forks

Winters in Grand Forks are cold, averaging 10.7°F. Summers average 72.6°F. Winters average 10.7°F. Annual precipitation is 36.1 inches. The average commute of 13.7 minutes is notably short.

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