Devils Lake, ND

Devils Lake, North Dakota

Devils Lake, North Dakota, in Ramsey county, is 127 miles NE of Bismarck, North Dakota (center to center) and 343 miles NW of Minneapolis, Minnesota. The city contains a population of approximately 7,222.

The People and Families of Devils Lake

In Devils Lake, about 47% of adults are married. If you enjoy solitude, you might enjoy living in Devils Lake, which is home to many people who live alone. Unmarried people abound in the city.

Devils Lake boasts a large population of senior citizens with a wealth of life experience.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Devils Lake had a median family income of $39,541.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Devils Lake favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $1,620. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the city.

Devils Lake Housing

Devils Lake has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 55% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. The city, among other things, is known as a good place for singles and couples to rent apartments.

Commuting

In Devils Lake, 89% of commuters drive to work. Be careful driving aroung Devils Lake -- lots of residents enjoy bicycling and walking there. How much would you give to shorten your commute? The city can boast better commuting than most places.

High Points

Devils Lake strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in North Dakota):

Category	Trophy
Short Commute Times (vs. Peers)	Top 1%
Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers)	Top 2%
Public Transportation Use (vs. State)	Top 3%
Well-Paid Single Women (vs. State)	Top 17%
Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers)	Top 19%

Comparative Profile of Devils Lake, ND

Comparing Devils Lake to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in North Dakota (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Senior Citizens
Female Share of the Population
Age of the Population
Well-Paid Single Men
Well-Paid Single Women
Male Share of the Population
Children Under 5 Years Old
Racial Diversity

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Portion of People Married
Average Household Size

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
College Educated Adults
People in Middle Class or Better
Median Family Income
People Above Poverty

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Short Commute Times
Walking and Biking to Work
Public Transportation Use
Working at Home

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Affordability of Rents
People Living Alone
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Affordability of Property Taxes
Housing Recently Built

Crime

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Low Violent Crime
Low Property Crime

Devils Lake Almanac

Devils Lake Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Devils Lake Public Libraries

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Devils Lake Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Political Contributions (2004)

Money donated by Devils Lake residents to parties and candidates for the 2004 elections.

by Political Party

by Presidential Candidate

Devils Lake Hospitals

MERCY HOSPITAL
(Voluntary non-profit - Church)
1031 7TH ST
(701) 662-2131
Emergency Service: Yes

Devils Lake High Schools (2004)

DEVILS LAKE HIGH SCHOOL
1601 COLLEGE DR N
701-662-1200
Serves 649 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 20.6

SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF 9-12
1401 COLLEGE DR
701-662-9025
Serves 10 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 2.7

Devils Lake Colleges

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Lake Region State College

(List of All North Dakota Colleges)

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