Towner Public RecordsNorth Dakota

As of 2023, Towner County, ND has a population of approximately 2,100 residents. The median age is about 48 years, reflecting an older demographic, with 23% aged 65 and over. The gender split is fairly even, with 50.3% male and 49.7% female. The population is predominantly White (94.5%), with Native Americans comprising 2.4%, and other races and ethnicities making up the remainder. Hispanic or Latino residents account for about 1.2%.

Towner County, ND, had 1,601 registered voters as of 2022. The county conducts primary, general, and special elections, including local, state, and federal races. In the 2020 presidential election, 78% voted Republican, 20% Democrat. Voting occurs at locations such as Cando Community Center and Bisbee City Hall. Election issues often focus on agriculture and local infrastructure. The county auditor's office oversees administration. Republican and Democratic parties are active, with Republicans generally dominant. Voter turnout was 67% in 2020. For more details and registration, residents visit the Towner County Courthouse in Cando.

Towner County, ND, has a homeownership rate of approximately 80%, with rental housing making up the remainder. The median property value is around $87,000, having increased by about 15% over the past five years. Most homes are single-family houses, with some multi-family units in Cando, the county seat. Popular neighborhoods include Cando and Rock Lake. Annual property taxes average roughly $900. The housing market remains stable with modest growth, and affordable options are widely available.

As of 2022, Towner County, ND, had an employment rate of approximately 60.3%. The largest industries were agriculture, forestry, fishing & hunting (27.5%), health care & social assistance (15.2%), and educational services (10.8%). Most common occupation types included management, business, science, and arts (33%), and natural resources, construction, and maintenance (20%). About 81% of workers commuted alone by car, with an average commute time of 14.7 minutes, and around 79% worked within the county, while the rest commuted to neighboring areas.

Towner County, ND, serves students with approximately 3 public schools, including North Star Public School, with a graduating high school rate of around 91%. Fewer than 20% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. The public schools average a GreatSchools rating of about 6/10. School safety is prioritized, with low reported incidents. Adult education and vocational training options are limited within the county, but nearby centers offer opportunities. Educational programs focus on core academics, FFA, and STEM enrichment, though extracurricular variety is moderate due to small student populations.

Towner County, ND, is known for its low crime rate and high safety levels. According to FBI data, the county reported fewer than 10 total crimes in 2022, with violent crime incidents at 0 and property crimes under 5 cases per year. The crime rate stands at around 2.2 per 1,000 residents, significantly below the national average of 22 per 1,000. Local law enforcement actively monitors and reports statistics, ensuring residents’ safety and peace of mind.