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Ward County
City in North Dakota, United States
Overview
Ward County, centered around the city of Minot, blends North Dakota small-town hospitality with a surprisingly lively arts and shopping scene. Home to family-friendly parks and lively downtown events, it offers both relaxation and community spirit.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
North Dakota
Population
69,919
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
48.22°, -101.54°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
72
Female Safety
70
LGBTQ+ Safety
58
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$2,220
Local Cost
$1,410
Local Income
$3,100
Cashless
88
English
100
Temperature
5.6°C
Summer Avg
20.3°C
Winter Avg
-9.7°C
Record High
41.2°C
Record Low
-41.1°C
Humidity
69%
Precipitation
487 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
MOT
Distance
20 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 75/100.
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