Griggs Public RecordsNorth Dakota

Griggs County, ND, has a population of approximately 2,200 (2022 estimate). The median age is around 47 years, with about 22% aged 65 or older. Gender distribution is nearly even, with 51% male and 49% female. The county is predominantly White (over 96%), with small percentages of Hispanic or Latino (1.6%), Native American (0.7%), and other races or ethnicities comprising less than 2%. Griggs County remains a rural area with a largely aging, homogenous population.

Griggs County, ND, with around 2,200 residents, has approximately 1,500 registered voters as of 2024. Elections include federal, state, county, and local races, with results showing strong Republican support (e.g., 2020: Trump 76%). Voting is conducted at designated polling locations, mainly the county courthouse in Cooperstown and township sites. Key local issues include rural infrastructure and agricultural policy. The County Auditor’s office oversees administration. Major parties present are Republican and Democratic-NPL, with Republican turnout traditionally higher. In the 2022 general election, turnout was about 73%. Absentee and early voting options are available.

Griggs County, ND, features a high homeownership rate of about 78%, with median home values around $110,000 and median rents near $600 per month (2022 data). The housing market remains stable and affordable, with modest appreciation in recent years. Most homes are single-family houses, with a mix of historic and newer builds, concentrated in small towns like Cooperstown. Rental options are limited. Property tax rates average 1.3%, with annual tax bills typically between $1,000 and $1,500. The county offers a quiet, rural lifestyle with close-knit neighborhoods and low population density.

As of 2022, Griggs County, ND, had an employment rate of roughly 58%. Key industries include agriculture (28%), education and health services (19%), and retail trade (10%). Most workers are employed in management, business, or science occupations (29%), followed by service occupations (17%). The median commute time is approximately 15 minutes, with over 80% driving alone to work. Employment is concentrated within the county, with Cooperstown serving as the primary employment hub.

Griggs County, ND, has one public high school—Griggs County Central—serving around 130 students. The district’s graduation rate is approximately 93%, with average standardized test scores near state averages. About 18% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. The area offers limited adult education opportunities and supplemental school programs. School safety is prioritized, with zero reported major incidents in recent years. The county maintains small class sizes (student-teacher ratio ~9:1), but offers fewer advanced placement or extracurricular programs than state urban centers.

Griggs County, ND, reports a relatively low crime rate compared to state and national averages. In 2022, there were about 85 total reported crimes, including 6 violent crimes and 79 property crimes, resulting in a crime rate of roughly 15.2 per 1,000 residents. The county’s law enforcement emphasizes prompt reporting and community involvement, contributing to its high safety ranking within North Dakota. Local police continue to promote neighborhood watch programs and public crime awareness to maintain low incident levels and improve overall community safety.