Towner County, ND
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Towner County Overview
2,152
TOTAL POPULATION
1,141
MALE POPULATION
1,011
FEMALE POPULATION
112.86
MALES / 100 FEMALES
88.61
FEMALES / 100 MALES
49.1
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$37,116
PER CAPITA INCOME
$84,063
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$61,250
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
25.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
74.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,076
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
63.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Towner County Area Codes
Race in Towner County
The most populous races in Towner County are White / Caucasian (1,866 | 86.7%), Native / Alaskan (143 | 6.6%), and Two or more Races (112 | 5.2%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 9 | 0.4% |
| Black / African American | 8 | 0.4% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 83 | 3.9% |
| Native / Alaskan | 143 | 6.6% |
| White / Caucasian | 1,866 | 86.7% |
| Two or more Races | 112 | 5.2% |
| Some other Race | 14 | 0.6% |
| Total | 2,152 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Towner County
The most populous ancestries reported in Towner County are German (820 | 38.1%), Norwegian (598 | 27.8%), Irish (159 | 7.4%), Finnish (136 | 6.3%), and Chippewa (131 | 6.1%), together accounting for 85.7% of all Towner County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 47 | 2.2% |
| Basque | 14 | 0.6% |
| Belgian | 2 | 0.1% |
| Chippewa | 131 | 6.1% |
| Czech | 7 | 0.3% |
| Danish | 9 | 0.4% |
| Dutch | 3 | 0.1% |
| English | 98 | 4.5% |
| European | 8 | 0.4% |
| Finnish | 136 | 6.3% |
| French | 46 | 2.1% |
| French American Indian | 29 | 1.3% |
| French Canadian | 41 | 1.9% |
| German | 820 | 38.1% |
| Greek | 7 | 0.3% |
| Icelander | 15 | 0.7% |
| Irish | 159 | 7.4% |
| Italian | 47 | 2.2% |
| Korean | 12 | 0.6% |
| Latvian | 1 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 76 | 3.5% |
| Mexican American Indian | 6 | 0.3% |
| Norwegian | 598 | 27.8% |
| Polish | 14 | 0.6% |
| Puerto Rican | 7 | 0.3% |
| Russian | 30 | 1.4% |
| Samoan | 5 | 0.2% |
| Scandinavian | 94 | 4.4% |
| Scotch-Irish | 47 | 2.2% |
| Scottish | 60 | 2.8% |
| Sioux | 28 | 1.3% |
| Swedish | 49 | 2.3% |
| Swiss | 3 | 0.1% |
| Ukrainian | 21 | 1.0% | View All 34 Rows |
Immigrants in Towner County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Towner County came from Central America (56 | 2.6%), Latin America (56 | 2.6%), Mexico (56 | 2.6%), Canada (10 | 0.5%), and Asia (9 | 0.4%), together accounting for 8.7% of all Towner County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 7 | 0.3% |
| Asia | 9 | 0.4% |
| Canada | 10 | 0.5% |
| Central America | 56 | 2.6% |
| Latin America | 56 | 2.6% |
| Mexico | 56 | 2.6% |
| Philippines | 9 | 0.4% |
| South Africa | 7 | 0.3% |
| South Eastern Asia | 9 | 0.4% | View All 9 Rows |
Sex and Age in Towner County
Sex and Age in Towner County
The most populous age groups in Towner County are 55 to 59 Years (143 | 12.5%) for men and 50 to 54 Years (102 | 10.1%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 65 (5.7%) | 79 (7.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 75 (6.6%) | 55 (5.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 74 (6.5%) | 60 (5.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 63 (5.5%) | 39 (3.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 58 (5.1%) | 19 (1.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 51 (4.5%) | 57 (5.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 80 (7.0%) | 40 (4.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 79 (6.9%) | 24 (2.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 42 (3.7%) | 46 (4.5%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 57 (5.0%) | 48 (4.8%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 42 (3.7%) | 102 (10.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 143 (12.5%) | 94 (9.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 103 (9.0%) | 72 (7.1%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 84 (7.4%) | 88 (8.7%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 48 (4.2%) | 56 (5.5%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 20 (1.8%) | 35 (3.5%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 37 (3.2%) | 39 (3.9%) |
| 85 Years and over | 20 (1.8%) | 58 (5.7%) |
| Total | 1,141 (100.0%) | 1,011 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Towner County
Median Family Size in Towner County
The median family size in Towner County is 2.78 persons per family, with single female/mother families (50 | 8.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.68 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (46 | 7.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.30 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 493 (83.7%) | 2.73 |
| Single Male/Father | 46 (7.8%) | 2.30 |
| Single Female/Mother | 50 (8.5%) | 3.68 |
| Total Families | 589 (100.0%) | 2.78 |
Median Household Size in Towner County
The median household size in Towner County is 2.20 persons per household, with single female/mother households (50 | 5.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.96 persons per household. non-family households (375 | 38.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.17 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 493 (51.1%) | 2.74 |
| Single Male/Father | 46 (4.8%) | 2.87 |
| Single Female/Mother | 50 (5.2%) | 3.96 |
| Non-family | 375 (38.9%) | 1.17 |
| Total Households | 964 (100.0%) | 2.20 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Towner County
Out of a total of 964 households in Towner County, 589 (61.1%) are family households, while 375 (38.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 378, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 320.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 320 (33.2%) |
| 2-Person Households | 378 (39.2%) | 47 (4.9%) |
| 3-Person Households | 60 (6.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 112 (11.6%) | 8 (0.8%) |
| 5-Person Households | 38 (3.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 1 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 589 (61.1%) | 375 (38.9%) |
Female Fertility in Towner County
Fertility by Age in Towner County
Average fertility rate in Towner County is 131.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 284.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 84.6% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 3 (7.7%) | 77.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 33 (84.6%) | 284.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 3 (7.7%) | 21.0 |
| Total | 39 (100.0%) | 131.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Towner County
20.5% of women with births (39) in Towner County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 5 (15.1%) | 28 (84.9%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8 (20.5%) | 31 (79.5%) |
Fertility by Education in Towner County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 11 (28.2%) | 177.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 18 (46.2%) | 247.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 10 (25.6%) | 222.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 39 (100.0%) | 131.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Towner County
79.5% of women with births in Towner County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 40.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 4 (22.2%) | 14 (77.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 4 (40.0%) | 6 (60.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8 (20.5%) | 31 (79.5%) |
Income in Towner County
Income Overview in Towner County
Per Capita Income in Towner County is $37,116, while median incomes of families and households are $84,063 and $61,250 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 2,152 | $37,116 |
| Median Family Income | 589 | $84,063 |
| Mean Family Income | 589 | $108,247 |
| Median Household Income | 964 | $61,250 |
| Mean Household Income | 964 | $83,939 |
| Income Deficit | 589 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 2,152 | 25.71% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 2,152 | 74.29¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 2,152 | 0.47 |
Earnings by Sex in Towner County
Average Earnings in Towner County are $46,061, $51,514 for men and $38,272 for women, a difference of 25.7%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 681 (59.6%) | $51,514 |
| Female | 461 (40.4%) | $38,272 |
| Total | 1,142 (100.0%) | $46,061 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Towner County
The most common earnings brackets in Towner County are $100,000+ for men (133 | 19.5%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (46 | 10.0%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 10 (1.5%) | 44 (9.5%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 4 (0.6%) | 33 (7.2%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 51 (7.5%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 2 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 2 (0.3%) | 15 (3.3%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 17 (2.5%) | 19 (4.1%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 13 (1.9%) | 8 (1.7%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 14 (2.1%) | 7 (1.5%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 7 (1.0%) | 10 (2.2%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 19 (2.8%) | 25 (5.4%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 36 (5.3%) | 22 (4.8%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 40 (5.9%) | 28 (6.1%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 19 (2.8%) | 42 (9.1%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 30 (4.4%) | 39 (8.5%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 45 (6.6%) | 13 (2.8%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 64 (9.4%) | 37 (8.0%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 80 (11.7%) | 46 (10.0%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 22 (3.2%) | 40 (8.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 73 (10.7%) | 23 (5.0%) |
| $100,000+ | 133 (19.5%) | 9 (1.9%) |
| Total | 681 (100.0%) | 461 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Towner County
Average earnings in Towner County are $53,854 for men and $38,804 for women, a difference of 28.0%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $73,750, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $46,875. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $61,429, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $26,518.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $51,139 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $46,875 | $26,518 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $57,171 | $33,750 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $73,750 | $53,542 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $53,854 | $38,804 |
Family Income in Towner County
Family Income Brackets in Towner County
According to the Towner County family income data, there are 145 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.6% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 11 families (1.9%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 34 | 5.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 11 | 1.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 26 | 4.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 39 | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 47 | 8.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 98 | 16.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 69 | 11.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 145 | 24.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 37 | 6.3% |
| $200,000+ | 83 | 14.1% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Towner County
4-person families (92 | 15.6%) account for the highest median family income in Towner County with $143,750 per family, while 2-person families (393 | 66.7%) have the highest median income of $38,820 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 393 (66.7%) | $77,639 |
| 3-Person Families | 65 (11.0%) | $0 |
| 4-Person Families | 92 (15.6%) | $143,750 |
| 5-Person Families | 38 (6.5%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 1 (0.2%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 589 (100.0%) | $84,063 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Towner County
The median family income in Towner County is $84,063, with families comprising 2 earners (291) having the highest median family income of $127,321, while families with no earners (82) have the lowest median family income of $36,591, accounting for 49.4% and 13.9% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 82 (13.9%) | $36,591 |
| 1 Earner | 188 (31.9%) | $47,237 |
| 2 Earners | 291 (49.4%) | $127,321 |
| 3+ Earners | 28 (4.8%) | $113,750 |
| Total | 589 (100.0%) | $84,063 |
Household Income in Towner County
Household Income Brackets in Towner County
With 167 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Towner County, accounting for 17.3% of all households. In contrast, only 48 households (5.0%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 69 | 7.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 73 | 7.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 90 | 9.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 67 | 7.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 97 | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 139 | 14.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 131 | 13.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 167 | 17.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 48 | 5.0% |
| $200,000+ | 83 | 8.6% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Towner County
The median household income in Towner County is $61,250, with the highest median household income of $89,271 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 418 households (43.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $27,344, with 306 households (31.7%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 27 (2.8%) | $35,125 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 213 (22.1%) | $83,250 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 418 (43.4%) | $89,271 |
| 65+ Years | 306 (31.7%) | $27,344 |
| Total | 964 (100.0%) | $61,250 |
Poverty in Towner County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Towner County
With 9.4% poverty level for males and 18.6% for females among the residents of Towner County, 16 and 17 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 7 males (41.2%) and 11 females (37.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 16 (24.6%) | 24 (30.4%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 3 (4.3%) | 5 (5.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 2 (4.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 7 (41.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (37.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 7 (5.3%) | 33 (34.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 18 (14.9%) | 4 (5.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 12 (12.1%) | 23 (15.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 12 (4.9%) | 22 (13.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 12 (9.1%) | 38 (26.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 15 (20.8%) | 24 (21.0%) |
| Total | 104 (9.4%) | 184 (18.6%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Towner County
According to the poverty statistics in Towner County, males aged 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 49 (75.4%) | 55 (69.6%) |
| 5 Years | 17 (100.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 66 (95.7%) | 92 (94.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 39 (95.1%) | 16 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 42 (100.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 10 (58.8%) | 21 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 62 (100.0%) | 18 (62.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 124 (94.7%) | 64 (66.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 103 (85.1%) | 66 (94.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 87 (87.9%) | 127 (84.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 231 (95.1%) | 142 (86.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 120 (90.9%) | 104 (73.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 57 (79.2%) | 90 (78.9%) |
| Total | 1,007 (90.6%) | 805 (81.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Towner County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Towner County show that 3.5% or 17 of the total 493 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 4.3%, comprising of 15 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 335 (95.7%) | 15 (4.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 110 (98.2%) | 2 (1.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 31 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 476 (96.6%) | 17 (3.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Towner County
According to the poverty data in Towner County, 28.3% or 13 single-father households and 34.0% or 17 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 households (31.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 3 (21.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 10 (31.2%) | 15 (46.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 13 (28.3%) | 17 (34.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Towner County
The poverty data for Towner County shows that 17 of the married-couple family households (3.5%) and 30 of the single-parent households (31.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 15 households (4.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 15 (4.3%) | 3 (10.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 2 (1.8%) | 25 (39.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 17 (3.5%) | 30 (31.2%) |
Employment Characteristics in Towner County
Employment by Class of Employer in Towner County
Among the 1,037 employed individuals in Towner County, private company employees (462 | 44.6%), self-employed (not incorporated) (208 | 20.1%), and not-for-profit organizations (123 | 11.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 462 | 44.6% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 24 | 2.3% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 208 | 20.1% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 123 | 11.9% |
| Local Government Employees | 114 | 11.0% |
| State Government Employees | 61 | 5.9% |
| Federal Government Employees | 45 | 4.3% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 1,037 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Towner County
According to the labor force statistics for Towner County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,694), 63.5% or 1,076 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.6% or 17 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 60 to 64 years, with 90.3% or 158 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 15.5% or 13 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 8 (15.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 49 (63.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 84 (77.8%) | 13 (15.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 95 (79.2%) | 2 (2.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 155 (81.2%) | 1 (0.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 211 (84.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 198 (83.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 158 (90.3%) | 1 (0.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 118 (42.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,076 (63.5%) | 17 (1.6%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Towner County
According to labor force statistics for Towner County, 83.4% of individuals (901) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,080) are in the labor force, with 1.9% or 17 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 97.3% or 404 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.0% or 13 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 120 (68.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 185 (66.3%) | 20 (7.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 404 (97.3%) | 4 (1.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 192 (91.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 901 (83.4%) | 21 (1.9%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Towner County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Towner County are Management (233 | 22.0%), Community & Social Service (90 | 8.5%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (67 | 6.3%), Education Instruction & Library (65 | 6.1%), and Health Technologists (33 | 3.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Towner County, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (92.5%), Health Technologists (84.9%), and Education Instruction & Library (84.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 197 (84.6%) | 36 (15.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 19 (70.4%) | 8 (29.6%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 32 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 26 (28.9%) | 64 (71.1%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 11 (55.0%) | 9 (45.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 10 (15.4%) | 55 (84.6%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 5 (7.5%) | 62 (92.5%) |
| Health Technologists | 5 (15.1%) | 28 (84.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 279 (62.1%) | 170 (37.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 641 (60.5%) | 418 (39.5%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Towner County are Personal Care & Service (79 | 7.5%), Food Preparation & Serving (31 | 2.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (25 | 2.4%), Healthcare Support (15 | 1.4%), and Security & Protection (6 | 0.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Towner County, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (76.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (61.3%), and Healthcare Support (26.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (86.1%), Security & Protection (83.3%), and Firefighting & Prevention (83.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 4 (26.7%) | 11 (73.3%) |
| Security & Protection | 1 (16.7%) | 5 (83.3%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 1 (16.7%) | 5 (83.3%) |
| Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 19 (61.3%) | 12 (38.7%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 19 (76.0%) | 6 (24.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 11 (13.9%) | 68 (86.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 54 (34.6%) | 102 (65.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 641 (60.5%) | 418 (39.5%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Towner County are Sales & Related (138 | 13.0%), and Office & Administration (88 | 8.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 105 (76.1%) | 33 (23.9%) |
| Office & Administration | 9 (10.2%) | 79 (89.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 114 (50.4%) | 112 (49.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 641 (60.5%) | 418 (39.5%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Towner County are Farming, Fishing & Forestry (115 | 10.9%), Construction & Extraction (20 | 1.9%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (11 | 1.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 106 (92.2%) | 9 (7.8%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 17 (85.0%) | 3 (15.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 134 (91.8%) | 12 (8.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 641 (60.5%) | 418 (39.5%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Towner County are Transportation (31 | 2.9%), Production (27 | 2.5%), and Material Moving (24 | 2.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 14 (51.8%) | 13 (48.1%) |
| Transportation | 24 (77.4%) | 7 (22.6%) |
| Material Moving | 22 (91.7%) | 2 (8.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 60 (73.2%) | 22 (26.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 641 (60.5%) | 418 (39.5%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Towner County
Employment Industries in Towner County
The major employment industries in Towner County include Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (302 | 28.5%), Educational Services (134 | 12.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (128 | 12.1%), Retail Trade (109 | 10.3%), and Wholesale Trade (53 | 5.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Towner County
The Towner County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Administrative & Support (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (89.8%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 285 (94.4%) | 17 (5.6%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 31 (91.2%) | 3 (8.8%) |
| Manufacturing | 20 (50.0%) | 20 (50.0%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 45 (84.9%) | 8 (15.1%) |
| Retail Trade | 85 (78.0%) | 24 (22.0%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 24 (48.0%) | 26 (52.0%) |
| Utilities | 21 (80.8%) | 5 (19.2%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 7 (33.3%) | 14 (66.7%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 19 (65.5%) | 10 (34.5%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Educational Services | 19 (14.2%) | 115 (85.8%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 13 (10.2%) | 115 (89.8%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 19 (70.4%) | 8 (29.6%) |
| Public Administration | 14 (40.0%) | 21 (60.0%) |
| Total | 641 (60.5%) | 418 (39.5%) |
Education in Towner County
School Enrollment in Towner County
The most common levels of schooling among the 359 students in Towner County are elementary school (123 | 34.3%), middle school (85 | 23.7%), and high school (80 | 22.3%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 9 | 2.5% |
| Kindergarten | 34 | 9.5% |
| Elementary School | 123 | 34.3% |
| Middle School | 85 | 23.7% |
| High School | 80 | 22.3% |
| College / Undergraduate | 17 | 4.7% |
| Graduate / Professional | 11 | 3.1% |
| Total | 359 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Towner County
Out of a total of 359 students who are enrolled in schools in Towner County, 9 (2.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 350 (97.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 9 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 7 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 130 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 106 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 88 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| Total | 350 (97.5%) | 9 (2.5%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Towner County
Education (89 | 32.6%), business (52 | 19.1%), bio, nature & agricultural (41 | 15.0%), psychology (25 | 9.2%), and science & technology (17 | 6.2%) are the most common fields of study among 273 individuals in Towner County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 | 0.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 41 | 15.0% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 6 | 2.2% |
| Psychology | 25 | 9.2% |
| Social Sciences | 9 | 3.3% |
| Engineering | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 5 | 1.8% |
| Science & Technology | 17 | 6.2% |
| Business | 52 | 19.1% |
| Education | 89 | 32.6% |
| Literature & Languages | 14 | 5.1% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 0 | 0.0% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 5 | 1.8% |
| Communications | 0 | 0.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 10 | 3.7% |
| Total | 273 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Towner County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Towner County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Towner County are males with 2 vehicles (261, accounting for 41.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (188, making up 63.5%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 9 (1.4%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 112 (17.9%) | 50 (12.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 261 (41.7%) | 188 (45.7%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 88 (14.1%) | 96 (23.4%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 102 (16.3%) | 53 (12.9%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 54 (8.6%) | 23 (5.6%) |
| Total | 626 (100.0%) | 411 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Towner County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Towner County are less than 5 minutes (330 commuters, 33.4%), 5 to 9 minutes (164 commuters, 16.6%), and 10 to 14 minutes (120 commuters, 12.1%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 330 | 33.4% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 164 | 16.6% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 120 | 12.1% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 89 | 9.0% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 90 | 9.1% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 52 | 5.3% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 41 | 4.2% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 11 | 1.1% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 30 | 3.0% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 27 | 2.7% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 27 | 2.7% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 7 | 0.7% |
Commute Time by Sex in Towner County
The most common commute times in Towner County are less than 5 minutes (173 commuters, 28.7%) for males and less than 5 minutes (157 commuters, 40.7%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 173 (28.7%) | 157 (40.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 110 (18.3%) | 54 (14.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 87 (14.4%) | 33 (8.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 86 (14.3%) | 3 (0.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 57 (9.5%) | 33 (8.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 25 (4.2%) | 27 (7.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 12 (2.0%) | 29 (7.5%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 4 (0.7%) | 7 (1.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 15 (2.5%) | 15 (3.9%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 13 (2.2%) | 14 (3.6%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 20 (3.3%) | 7 (1.8%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (1.8%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Towner County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Towner County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (167, 27.7%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (93, 24.1%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 11 (1.8%) | 2 (0.5%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 27 (4.5%) | 9 (2.3%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 12 (2.0%) | 11 (2.9%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 27 (4.5%) | 9 (2.3%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 51 (8.5%) | 65 (16.8%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 167 (27.7%) | 93 (24.1%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 140 (23.3%) | 88 (22.8%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 115 (19.1%) | 51 (13.2%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 10 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 13 (2.2%) | 9 (2.3%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 8 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (1.3%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 11 (1.8%) | 40 (10.4%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 10 (1.7%) | 4 (1.0%) |
| Total | 602 (100.0%) | 386 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Towner County
Occupancy by Ownership in Towner County
Of the total 964 dwellings in Towner County, owner-occupied units account for 730 (75.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 234 (24.3%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 730 | 75.7% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 234 | 24.3% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 964 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Towner County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 320 | 33.2% |
| 2-Person Household | 425 | 44.1% |
| 3-Person Household | 60 | 6.2% |
| 4+ Person Household | 159 | 16.5% |
| Total Housing Units | 964 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Towner County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 219 (68.4%) | 101 (31.6%) |
| 2-Person Household | 348 (81.9%) | 77 (18.1%) |
| 3-Person Household | 41 (68.3%) | 19 (31.7%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 122 (76.7%) | 37 (23.3%) |
| Total Housing Units | 730 (75.7%) | 234 (24.3%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Towner County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 95 (69.9%) | 41 (30.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 217 (71.9%) | 85 (28.1%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 317 (79.0%) | 84 (20.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 101 (80.8%) | 24 (19.2%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Towner County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 125 | 13.0% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 115 | 11.9% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 176 | 18.3% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 242 | 25.1% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 168 | 17.4% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 82 | 8.5% |
| 85 Years and Over | 56 | 5.8% |
| Total | 964 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Towner County
Median Income by Occupancy in Towner County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 730 (75.7%) | $76,429 |
| Renter-Occupied | 234 (24.3%) | $39,250 |
| Average | 964 (100.0%) | $61,250 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Towner County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 19 (2.6%) | 7 (3.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 31 (4.3%) | 12 (5.1%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 65 (8.9%) | 8 (3.4%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 24 (3.3%) | 46 (19.7%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 11 (1.5%) | 9 (3.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 45 (6.2%) | 22 (9.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 46 (6.3%) | 51 (21.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 112 (15.3%) | 27 (11.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 95 (13.0%) | 36 (15.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 158 (21.6%) | 9 (3.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 124 (17.0%) | 7 (3.0%) |
| Total | 730 (100.0%) | 234 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Towner County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 39 (5.3%) | 8 (3.4%) |
| $300 to $499 | 216 (29.6%) | 22 (9.4%) |
| $500 to $799 | 255 (34.9%) | 105 (44.9%) |
| $800 to $999 | 59 (8.1%) | 9 (3.8%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 111 (15.2%) | 22 (9.4%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 23 (3.2%) | 1 (0.4%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 16 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 11 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 730 (100.0%) | 234 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Towner County
Housing Structures in Towner County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 784 | 81.3% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 | 0.0% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 27 | 2.8% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 33 | 3.4% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 63 | 6.5% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 25 | 2.6% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 32 | 3.3% |
| Total | 964 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Towner County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 701 (89.4%) | 83 (10.6%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 5 (15.1%) | 28 (84.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 1 (1.6%) | 62 (98.4%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 25 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 23 (71.9%) | 9 (28.1%) |
| Total | 730 (75.7%) | 234 (24.3%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Towner County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 11 (1.5%) | 62 (26.5%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 217 (29.7%) | 129 (55.1%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 213 (29.2%) | 20 (8.6%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 289 (39.6%) | 23 (9.8%) |
| Total | 730 (100.0%) | 234 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Towner County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 11 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 264 (36.2%) | 47 (20.1%) |
| Electricity | 428 (58.6%) | 163 (69.7%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 21 (2.9%) | 24 (10.3%) |
| Coal or Coke | 2 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 4 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 730 (100.0%) | 234 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Towner County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 1 (0.1%) | 31 (13.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 159 (21.8%) | 112 (47.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 306 (41.9%) | 82 (35.0%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 264 (36.2%) | 9 (3.8%) |
| Total | 730 (100.0%) | 234 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Towner County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Towner County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 525 | 205 |
| Median Property Value | $127,800 | $127,200 |
| Median Household Income | $71,094 | $39 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $514 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,151 | $27 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Towner County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 140 (26.7%) | 40 (19.5%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 55 (10.5%) | 60 (29.3%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 303 (57.7%) | 77 (37.6%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 27 (5.1%) | 18 (8.8%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (4.9%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 525 (100.0%) | 205 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Towner County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 30 (5.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 92 (17.5%) | 20 (9.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 31 (5.9%) | 8 (3.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 40 (7.6%) | 14 (6.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 78 (14.9%) | 6 (2.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 53 (10.1%) | 34 (16.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 116 (22.1%) | 42 (20.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 85 (16.2%) | 42 (20.5%) |
| Total | 525 (100.0%) | 205 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Towner County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 325 (61.9%) | 83,750 (40,853.7%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 49 (9.3%) | 142 (69.3%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 21 (4.0%) | 18 (8.8%) |
| 4.0x or more | 117 (22.3%) | 6 (2.9%) |
| Total | 525 (100.0%) | 205 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Towner County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 152 (28.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 205 (39.1%) | 84 (41.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 92 (17.5%) | 39 (19.0%) |
| Total | 525 (100.0%) | 205 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Towner County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Towner County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 153 (93.9%) | 10 (6.1%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 322 (96.7%) | 11 (3.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 80 (66.7%) | 40 (33.3%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 132 (66.3%) | 67 (33.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 169 (88.5%) | 22 (11.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 219 (87.9%) | 30 (12.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 398 (97.8%) | 9 (2.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 261 (95.3%) | 13 (4.7%) |
| 75 Years and older | 186 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,920 (90.5%) | 202 (9.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Towner County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 153 (93.9%) | 10 (6.1%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 322 (96.7%) | 11 (3.3%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 80 (66.7%) | 40 (33.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Towner County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 262 (79.6%) | 67 (20.4%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 349 (91.1%) | 34 (8.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 278 (84.8%) | 50 (15.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 244 (85.6%) | 41 (14.4%) |
| $100,000 and over | 787 (98.8%) | 10 (1.3%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Towner County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 48 (29.4%) | 109 (66.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 98 (29.4%) | 236 (70.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 12 (10.0%) | 69 (57.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 26 (13.1%) | 110 (55.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 21 (11.0%) | 149 (78.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 17 (6.8%) | 202 (81.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 84 (20.6%) | 332 (81.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 240 (87.6%) | 175 (63.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 182 (97.9%) | 183 (98.4%) |
| Total | 728 (34.3%) | 1,565 (73.8%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Towner County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 7 (3.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (16.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 61 (13.2%) | 77 (20.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 42 (31.8%) | 45 (31.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 32 (44.4%) | 26 (22.8%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Towner County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (8.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 20 (4.3%) | 4 (1.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 24 (18.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 28 (38.9%) | 16 (14.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 22 (4.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 13 (9.9%) | 30 (21.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (6.1%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 7 (3.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (8.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 20 (4.3%) | 46 (12.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 23 (17.4%) | 24 (16.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 3 (4.2%) | 1 (0.9%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (7.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 36 (7.8%) | 73 (19.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 25 (18.9%) | 39 (27.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 27 (37.5%) | 21 (18.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 21 (4.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3 (2.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 4 (5.6%) | 8 (7.0%) |
Technology Access in Towner County
Computing Device Access in Towner County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 687 | 71.3% |
| Smartphone | 760 | 78.8% |
| Tablet | 561 | 58.2% |
| No Computing Device | 130 | 13.5% |
| Total | 964 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Towner County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 5 | 0.5% |
| Broadband Home | 672 | 69.7% |
| Cellular Data Only | 68 | 7.0% |
| Satellite Internet | 20 | 2.1% |
| No Internet | 206 | 21.4% |
| Total | 964 | 100.0% |
Towner County Summary
Towner County is located in the northeastern corner of North Dakota, and is bordered by the Canadian provinces of Saskatchewan and Manitoba. It is part of the Devils Lake Micropolitan Statistical Area, and is the smallest county in the state by area. The county seat is Cando, and the county was named for John Towner, a former state legislator.
Geography
Towner County is located in the northeastern corner of North Dakota, and is bordered by the Canadian provinces of Saskatchewan and Manitoba. It is part of the Devils Lake Micropolitan Statistical Area, and is the smallest county in the state by area. The county has a total area of 576 square miles, of which 575 square miles is land and 1 square mile is water. The terrain is generally flat, with some rolling hills in the western part of the county. The highest point in the county is located in the northwest corner, at an elevation of 1,890 feet.
The county is drained by the Mouse River, which flows through the center of the county from east to west. The county is also home to several small lakes, including Lake Alice, Lake Metigoshe, and Lake Renwick.
Climate
Towner County has a humid continental climate, with cold winters and warm summers. The average annual temperature is 43°F, and the average annual precipitation is 17 inches.
Demographics
As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 2,521 people, 1,039 households, and 690 families living in the county. The population density was 4.4 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 97.2% White, 0.2% Black or African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.4% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. 1.7% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
The median income for a household in the county was $37,917, and the median income for a family was $45,938. The per capita income for the county was $18,945. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.
Economy
Towner County's economy is largely based on agriculture, with wheat, barley, oats, and hay being the primary crops. The county is also home to several small businesses, including a lumber mill, a grain elevator, and a feed mill. The county is also home to several small manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory and a metal fabrication plant.
The county is served by the Cando Airport, which offers general aviation services. The county is also served by several state and county roads, as well as the Devils Lake-Minot Railroad.
Conclusion
Towner County is a small county located in the northeastern corner of North Dakota. It is part of the Devils Lake Micropolitan Statistical Area, and is the smallest county in the state by area. The county has a humid continental climate, with cold winters and warm summers. The economy is largely based on agriculture, with wheat, barley, oats, and hay being the primary crops. The county is also home to several small businesses, including a lumber mill, a grain elevator, and a feed mill. The county is served by the Cando Airport, as well as several state and county roads, and the Devils Lake-Minot Railroad.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Towner County?
Total Population of Towner County is 2,152.
What is the Total Male Population of Towner County?
Total Male Population of Towner County is 1,141.
What is the Total Female Population of Towner County?
Total Female Population of Towner County is 1,011.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Towner County?
There are 112.86 Males per 100 Females in Towner County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Towner County?
There are 88.61 Females per 100 Males in Towner County.
What is the Median Population Age in Towner County?
Median Population Age in Towner County is 49.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Towner County
Average Family Size in Towner County is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Towner County
Average Household Size in Towner County is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Towner County?
Per Capita income in Towner County is $37,116.
What is the Median Family Income in Towner County?
Median Family Income in Towner County is $84,063.
What is the Median Household income in Towner County?
Median Household Income in Towner County is $61,250.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Towner County?
Income or Wage Gap in Towner County is 25.7%.
Women in Towner County earn 74.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Towner County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Towner County is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in Towner County?
There are 1,076 People in the Labor Forcein in Towner County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Towner County?
63.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Towner County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Towner County?
Unemployment Rate in Towner County is 1.6%.