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West Fargo, ND
West Fargo · Cass County · ND 58078
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Think twice
Verdict
$283K
Median Price
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Walk Score
8.5/10
Schools
25 min
to Fargo downtown
Score Breakdown
AAffordability
92/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
85/100
B-Quietness
70/100
B+Commute
85/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score65/100
Our Take
West Fargo offers decent homes and strong schools, but it’s very car‑centric and sits in a high‑flood area. If you’re a commuter or family who values schools and can tolerate traffic and a flood‑insurance budget, it could work. Otherwise, look elsewhere.
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The Good
- ✓Affordably priced homes (median $283k)
- ✓Excellent public school system (average 8.5/10)
- ✓Strong median income relative to cost of living
- ✓Low unemployment rate (~0.5%)
Real Talk
- !High flood risk (AE zone) requires expensive insurance
- !Walk score of 0 means almost no pedestrian amenities
- !Very limited public transit options
- !Traffic can be heavy during peak commute times
- $Flood‑insurance premiums
- $Higher property taxes in North Dakota
- $Longer commutes can increase fuel costs
- $Potential home maintenance for older homes
Best For
Families with kidsCommuters to Fargo downtownFirst‑time home buyersRemote workers who can drive
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskHigh
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityLow
Crime & Safety
West Fargo, ND
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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