Gardner Public RecordsNorth Dakota

As of the 2020 Census, Gardner city in Cass County, ND, had a population of 129. The gender distribution was approximately 54% male and 46% female. The median age was 33.9 years, indicating a relatively young population. Racially, Gardner was 97.7% White, 0.8% Black or African American, 0.8% Native American, and 0.8% identifying as two or more races. Hispanic or Latino residents made up about 1.6% of the population.

Gardner, located in Cass County, ND, has a homeownership rate around 85%, with median home values near $170,000. Rental properties are limited, with median rents approximately $950/month. The housing market is stable, trending upward by 3-4% annually. Most homes are single-family houses, with some farmsteads on larger lots. Neighborhoods are small and community-focused. Property taxes average 1.2% of assessed home value, translating to about $2,040 annually for a median-priced home. Housing inventory is generally low, contributing to steady price appreciation.

Gardner, a city in Cass County, ND, is served by Northern Cass Public School District, with one K-12 school, Northern Cass School, enrolling around 680 students (2022). The district boasts a graduation rate of 98% and an average ACT score of 22. Advanced Placement (AP) and dual-credit courses are offered, though there are no colleges within Gardner; about 26% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety ratings are above state average, and the district provides special education and career-technical programs for comprehensive student support.

Gardner, located in Cass County, ND, is a small rural city where transportation is dominated by personal vehicles—about 95% of residents commute by car, and public transit usage is virtually nonexistent. The average commute time is roughly 23 minutes, reflecting travel to regional employment hubs such as Fargo. Vehicle ownership is high, with most households owning two or more vehicles. Gardner lacks significant public transportation infrastructure, relying mainly on county roads and highways for connectivity. Most employment opportunities are outside the city, with a substantial share of residents commuting to larger cities in the Fargo metropolitan area.

Gardner, located in Cass County, ND, is a small rural community with limited local healthcare facilities; residents typically access care in nearby Fargo, which offers major hospitals like Sanford Medical Center and Essentia Health. Gardner itself lacks hospitals or large clinics, but has access to Cass County’s public health services and nearby family practices. North Dakota's uninsured rate is about 8%, and Cass County has a slightly higher coverage rate. The population in Gardner is predominantly White and middle-aged. Common local health issues include chronic diseases like diabetes, hypertension, and obesity, reflecting broader rural health trends.