Drake Public RecordsNorth Dakota

Drake, located in McHenry County, North Dakota, had a population of 270 in the 2020 Census. The median age was 50.3 years, reflecting an aging demographic. About 52% of residents were male and 48% female. Racially, the city was 94% White, 1% Native American, 1% African American, and 4% reporting two or more races, with Hispanic or Latino residents making up about 2% of the population.

Drake, located in McHenry County, ND, has a homeownership rate of approximately 73%, with median home values around $60,000. Rental opportunities are limited, with median rents near $540 per month. The housing market features mostly single-family homes, many built before 1970. Neighborhoods tend to be quiet, with spacious lots. Property values have remained stable, with modest annual increases. Property taxes are relatively low, averaging around 1.1% of assessed value, making Drake an affordable community for both homeowners and renters.

Drake, in McHenry County, ND, has one main school—Drake-Anamoose Public School—serving K-12 students, with approximately 180 students enrolled. The high school graduation rate is about 95%. Higher education options require travel, with the nearest community college over 30 miles away. There are no bachelor's programs locally. The school’s GreatSchools rating is 6/10. Adult education and vocational programs are limited. School safety scores are above average, with low reported incidents. STEM and agricultural programs are available, and extracurricular activities include sports and music.

Drake, a small city in McHenry County, ND, relies heavily on personal vehicles for transportation, with over 95% of workers commuting by car and vehicle ownership rates exceeding the state average, at about 1.9 vehicles per household. Public transportation is minimal to nonexistent, resulting in rare transit usage. The typical commute time is around 20 minutes, reflecting the city’s rural setting and low congestion. Major employment is centered locally in agriculture, education, and healthcare, with most residents working within or near the city, and highway ND-52 serving as the primary transportation artery.

Drake, located in McHenry County, ND, is a small rural city with limited healthcare infrastructure. The city itself lacks hospitals; the nearest hospital is Trinity Community Clinic in nearby Harvey (about 20 miles away). Primary care is provided at local clinics like Drake Family Practice, but specialist access requires travel. McHenry County’s population is aging (median age ~49.5), with ~18% 65+, and common health issues include diabetes, hypertension, and COPD. McHenry County’s uninsured rate stands at 8.1%. Healthcare services are provided mainly by family physicians and nurse practitioners serving the local rural population of just under 700.