Living in Mercer County, North Dakota

Mercer County is a county in North Dakota with a population of around 8,853. The main communities are Beulah, Hazen, Stanton.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $2,527/month, significantly above the national average, with a median home price of around $211K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 4.1%.

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

Mercer County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 44 and a predominantly working-class population (22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.