Living in McKenzie County, North Dakota

McKenzie County is a county in North Dakota with a population of around 12,826. The main communities are Rawson, Watford City, Alexander.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,149/month, below the national average, with a median home price of around $306K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.3%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings freezing winters (highs around 26°F) and warm summers (highs around 80°F). The area has hurricane risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

McKenzie County has young demographics, with a median age of 30 and a predominantly working-class population (26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.