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Northwood, North Dakota, in Grand Forks county, is 69 miles NW of Fargo, North Dakota (center to center) and 280 miles NW of Minneapolis, Minnesota. The city benefits from easy access to the nearby cities and towns with which it shares the Grand Forks metropolitan area. Northwood contains a population of approximately 959.
In Northwood, about 57% of adults are married. If you enjoy solitude, you might enjoy living in Northwood, which is home to many people who live alone.
The city boasts a large population of senior citizens with a wealth of life experience.
In 2000, Northwood had a median family income of $41,667. Northwood has a large middle class. There just aren't a lot of poor people in the city.
Political donors in Northwood favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $205. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the city.
Northwood has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 76% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied.
In Northwood, 84% of commuters drive to work. Be careful driving aroung the city -- lots of residents enjoy bicycling and walking there. How much would you give to shorten your commute? Northwood can boast better commuting than most places.
Northwood strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in North Dakota):
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers) | Top 3% |  |
| Low Rate of Poverty (vs. State) | Top 12% | |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. State) | Top 13% | |
| Short Commute Times (vs. Peers) | Top 14% | |
| People in Middle Class or Better (vs. State) | Top 14% | |
| Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers) | Top 19% | |
Comparing Northwood to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in North Dakota (State):
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| Racial Diversity |  |  |
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| Walking and Biking to Work | | |
| Short Commute Times | |  |
| Working at Home | | |
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| People Living Alone | | |
| Affordability of Rents | | |
| Seasonal and Vacation Housing | | |
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| Affordability of Property Taxes | | |
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