Hankinson Public RecordsNorth Dakota

Hankinson, a city in Richland County, North Dakota, had a 2020 population of 921. The median age is 49.1 years, with 23.7% under 18 and 23.6% aged 65 or older. Females make up about 52.2% of the population, while males are 47.8%. Racially, the city is 97.2% White, 1.2% Native American, 1.6% of two or more races, and 0.5% Hispanic or Latino.

Hankinson, in Richland County, ND, has a homeownership rate of approximately 73%, with median home values near $111,000 (2022 estimates). Rental options are limited, with median gross rents around $585 per month. The housing market is stable, showing modest value appreciation and predominantly featuring single-family homes, some historic. Popular neighborhoods center around downtown and community parks. Property taxes average 1.2% of home value annually. Hankinson offers affordable options compared to state and national averages, attracting families and retirees seeking small-town living.

Hankinson, located in Richland County, ND, is served by Hankinson Public School, offering K-12 education with approximately 275 students. The high school graduation rate is about 97%, but bachelor’s degree attainment in adults is around 16%. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1, fostering individualized instruction, and has an overall "B" rating for academic performance. School safety is high, with low incident reports. Adult education opportunities are limited locally, but regional programs are available. Educational programs include STEM, athletics, and arts, contributing to a comprehensive learning environment for students.

Hankinson, Richland County, ND, primarily relies on personal vehicles for transportation, with over 90% of residents commuting by car and an average commute time of about 16 minutes, notably shorter than the national average. Public transit options are minimal or nonexistent, and most households (about 94%) own at least one vehicle. The city is served by North Dakota Highway 11 and is close to Interstate 29, facilitating regional travel. Major employment hubs include local schools, healthcare facilities, and manufacturing, with many residents also commuting to larger nearby cities such as Wahpeton or Fargo for work.

Hankinson, in Richland County, ND (population 900), relies on the Hankinson Clinic (affiliated with Essentia Health) for primary care, with the nearest hospital, CHI St. Francis, in Breckenridge (14 miles away). The city’s population is predominantly White, median age 49.2, and about 19% are 65 or older. Access to specialty care requires travel to Fargo (70 miles). In Richland County, about 8% are uninsured; chronic conditions like hypertension and diabetes are prevalent among older adults. Healthcare provider density is low, with countywide physician-to-population ratios below the state average.