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Watford City, ND
Watford City · McKenzie County · ND 58854
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$368K
Median Price
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Walk Score
8/10
Schools
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
ASafety
92/100
B+Schools
80/100
B+Quietness
80/100
ACommute
100/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score69/100
Our Take
Watford City offers decent schools and an affordable housing market, but it’s a very small, low‑walkability town with high flood risk and limited amenities. If you’re a young professional or family looking for a quiet place, you’ll need to weigh the lack of public transit and higher flood insurance costs.
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The Good
- ✓Highly rated local schools (average 8/10)
- ✓Affordably priced homes at $367,700
- ✓Low cost of living with median rent $1,286
- ✓Young, growing population with many college graduates
Real Talk
- !High flood risk (Flood Zone AE)
- !No walkability or reliable public transit options
- !Limited nightlife, dining, and retail amenities
- !Job opportunities largely confined to local industry
- !Potential for higher insurance and maintenance costs
- $Flood insurance premiums
- $Limited public transportation expenses
- $Higher grocery and specialty goods costs due to distance
Best For
Young professionals seeking affordabilityFamilies valuing good schoolsFirst‑time home buyersOutdoor enthusiasts
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskHigh
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Watford City, ND
A
Safety grade
Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Low9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
50% safer than the national average
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