Emmons County

ND · Pop. 169,811 · Mixed County

7Homestead Score

Emmons County is a mixed county in ND with a population of approximately 169,811.

$/Acre: $4,669
Property Tax: 0.98%
Growing Season: 121 days
Broadband: 63%
Safety: 7/10
Density: 218.3/sq mi

Pros

No building codes

Cons

Limited amenities

Taxes & Cost of Living

Property Tax Rate0.98%
Local Sales Tax1.1%
Combined Sales Tax6.1%
Cost of Living Index90.2
Median Household Income$77,760
Poverty Rate25.5%
Homestead ExemptionYes

Land & Building

Avg Land $/Acre$4,669
Median Home Price$335K
Acres for Sale295
Building CodeNone
Permit Required
Zoning TypeNo Zoning
Tiny Home Friendly
Mobile Home Friendly
Min Lot Size2.5 acres

Climate & Growing

USDA Zone7
Growing Season121 days
Annual Rainfall15.4 inches
Avg Summer High82°F
Avg Winter Low-4°F
Soil TypeSilt
Soil Quality8/10
Elevation3,619 ft
Top CropsWheat

Natural Disaster Risk

Drought4/10
Wildfire3/10
Tornado4/10
Flood3/10

Water & Energy

Primary Water SourceSpring
Well Depth (avg)366 ft
Water AvailabilityAdequate
Solar (Avg PSH)4.2
Wind Potential7/10
Electric Rate$0.15/kWh

Laws & Regulations

Unincorporated
HOA PrevalenceRare
Livestock Allowed
Chicken OrdinanceRestricted
Burn Permit Required
Raw Milk AccessYes

Safety

Violent Crime /100K248
Property Crime /100K288
Overall Safety7/10
Sheriff Response36 minutes average

Healthcare

Nearest Hospital48.9 miles
Emergency Room
Healthcare Facilities4

Infrastructure & Community

Broadband Coverage63%
Cell CoverageFair
Starlink Available
Nearest Town15 miles
Nearest City61 miles
School District6/10
Farmers Markets2
Public Land Nearby53%

Business & Employment

Unemployment Rate7.9%
Ag EconomyWeak