Mandan

Mandan, North Dakota Overview

Mandan faces challenges across several categories, earning a C+ grade (50.9/100) and ranking #17 of 20 cities in North Dakota. Even so, the city scores 72/100 in Affordability — a relative bright spot compared to its Growth score of 38/100.

Income & Employment in Mandan

The median household income in Mandan is $75,966, 5% above the statewide median of $72,583. Population grew 0.3% recently.

Safety in Mandan

Mandan’s violent crime rate of 345.2 per 100,000 runs above the North Dakota average of 267. The property crime rate is 3651.3 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Mandan

The median home value is $246,300. Median monthly rent is $1,044. Renters spend 16.5% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Mandan

The adult obesity rate in Mandan is 38.2%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 9.1%. Residents average 14.4 poor mental health days per month. North Dakota ranks #18 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Mandan

Mandan has a high school graduation rate of 82%. The student-teacher ratio is 15.5:1. Per-pupil spending is $14,116. The city has 13 public schools serving 4,466 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Mandan

Winters in Mandan are cold, averaging 18.7°F. Summers average 73°F. Winters average 18.7°F. Annual precipitation is 36.2 inches. The average commute of 16.7 minutes is notably short.

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