Rolette Public RecordsNorth Dakota

Rolette city, in Rolette County, North Dakota, had a 2020 population of approximately 484. The median age was about 36.6 years. Gender distribution was nearly even, with 48% male and 52% female. Racially, the population was 52% White, 38% Native American, and about 10% identifying as two or more races or other minorities. Hispanic or Latino individuals comprised roughly 3% of residents.

Rolette, North Dakota, is a small city with about 480 residents. Approximately 62% of homes are owner-occupied, while 38% are rentals. The median home value is around $74,000, with median rents near $690 per month. Housing mainly consists of single-family homes and some multi-family units, spread across quiet, modest neighborhoods. Over the past year, property values have remained stable, increasing by about 2%. Property taxes average 1.1% of home value, making homeownership relatively affordable in Rolette.

Rolette city, Rolette, ND, is served by Rolette Public School, which offers education from kindergarten through 12th grade, with approximately 180 students enrolled. There are no colleges or universities in the city; just 7.3% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. The school’s GreatSchools rating is 5/10. Safety measures are in place, and programs include vocational and special education. Adult education options are limited and available mainly in nearby towns. Overall, educational attainment and program variety are below state averages, reflecting the community’s small size and rural location.

Transportation in Rolette city, Rolette, ND, is dominated by private vehicle use, with about 93% of commuters driving alone and an average commute time of roughly 13 minutes (U.S. Census Bureau, 2022). Vehicle ownership is high: over 92% of households have at least one vehicle. Public transit usage is minimal, with less than 1% of residents relying on buses or carpools. The city’s transportation infrastructure primarily consists of local roads connecting to US Highway 281. Major employment hubs include local schools, healthcare facilities, and government offices concentrated within the city and nearby areas.

Rolette, ND (pop. 500), is served primarily by Rolette Community Care Center (a skilled nursing facility); the closest hospital is Presentation Medical Center in Rolla (10 miles away). Local healthcare access is limited, with one rural health clinic in the city. The majority of residents are White or Native American; the city’s poverty rate is ~20%. Common health issues include diabetes and cardiovascular disease. ~10% of residents are uninsured, while most use Medicaid, Medicare, or Indian Health Service. There are fewer than five primary care providers within city limits, posing challenges for timely access to care.