Zap Public RecordsNorth Dakota

As of the 2020 Census, Zap City in Mercer County, North Dakota, had a population of 231. The median age was around 43 years. Approximately 52% of residents were male and 48% female. The racial makeup was predominantly White at 97%, with small proportions identifying as two or more races (2%) and Native American (1%). Nearly all residents identified as non-Hispanic.

Zap, located in Mercer County, ND, has a median home value of around $75,000, significantly below the national average. Approximately 85% of residents are homeowners, with rental occupancy near 15% and average rents around $600/month. Housing types primarily include single-family homes, with few multi-unit options. Property values have remained relatively stable, with modest annual increases of 2-3%. The community is small, with quiet neighborhoods and a rural character. Property tax rates in Zap average 1.1%, translating to annual taxes around $825 for a median-valued home.

Zap, located in Mercer County, ND, is served by the Hazen Public School District, with no schools directly in Zap itself. Students attend Hazen High School, situated about 10 miles away. The district has a student-teacher ratio of approximately 11:1 and an average high school graduation rate of 97%. Bachelor’s degree attainment in Zap is about 13%. Educational programs include STEM and arts offerings, and school safety scores are above the state average. Adult education opportunities are limited locally but available in nearby larger towns.

Transportation in Zap, Mercer County, ND, is heavily car-dependent, with approximately 95% of residents commuting by personal vehicle and negligible public transit usage. The average one-way commute time is about 17 minutes, shorter than the national average. Most households own two or more vehicles, reflecting high vehicle ownership rates. Transportation infrastructure primarily consists of local and county roads connecting to ND Highway 200. Zap lacks major public transit systems and significant employment hubs; most workers commute to neighboring towns such as Beulah, Hazen, or area coal mines and power plants for employment.

Zap, located in Mercer County, ND, is a small city with approximately 220 residents. There are no hospitals or clinics directly in Zap; residents typically travel to nearby Beulah (13 miles away) for care at Sakakawea Medical Center. Mercer County’s uninsured rate is about 8%, and most residents rely on private insurance or Medicare. Healthcare access is limited, and the region’s patient demographics skew older, with common health issues including heart disease, diabetes, and hypertension. County-wide, there are roughly 1.4 primary care physicians per 1,000 residents, below the national average.