Watford City, ND

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Watford City Overview

5,900
TOTAL POPULATION
3,185
MALE POPULATION
2,715
FEMALE POPULATION
117.31
MALES / 100 FEMALES
85.24
FEMALES / 100 MALES
29.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$48,603
PER CAPITA INCOME
$115,403
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$84,076
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
40.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
59.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
3,356
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
78.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Watford City Zip Codes

Watford City Area Codes

Race in Watford City

The most populous races in Watford City are White / Caucasian (4,870 | 82.5%), Hispanic or Latino (1,074 | 18.2%), and Two or more Races (480 | 8.1%).
Race in Watford City
Race# Population% Population
Asian150.3%
Black / African American550.9%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1,07418.2%
Native / Alaskan2914.9%
White / Caucasian4,87082.5%
Two or more Races4808.1%
Some other Race1893.2%
Total5,900100.0%

Ancestry in Watford City

The most populous ancestries reported in Watford City are German (1,046 | 17.7%), Mexican (812 | 13.8%), Norwegian (715 | 12.1%), Irish (454 | 7.7%), and English (288 | 4.9%), together accounting for 56.2% of all Watford City residents.
Ancestry in Watford City
Ancestry# Population% Population
American871.5%
Austrian250.4%
Basque350.6%
Belgian90.2%
Blackfeet90.2%
Central American500.9%
Central American Indian500.9%
Chippewa240.4%
Cuban30.1%
Czech961.6%
English2884.9%
European631.1%
Finnish20.0%
French1542.6%
French Canadian290.5%
German1,04617.7%
Irish4547.7%
Italian1422.4%
Korean150.3%
Mexican81213.8%
Native Hawaiian130.2%
Navajo1482.5%
Norwegian71512.1%
Polish1883.2%
Puerto Rican651.1%
Romanian200.3%
Russian260.4%
Salvadoran500.9%
Scandinavian791.3%
Scotch-Irish20.0%
Scottish1312.2%
Sioux90.2%
Spaniard180.3%
Spanish1262.1%
Swedish1222.1%
Thai300.5%
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Immigrants in Watford City

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Watford City came from Central America (179 | 3.0%), Latin America (179 | 3.0%), Mexico (153 | 2.6%), El Salvador (26 | 0.4%), and Canada (22 | 0.4%), together accounting for 9.5% of all Watford City residents.
Immigrants in Watford City
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia150.3%
Canada220.4%
Central America1793.0%
El Salvador260.4%
Europe180.3%
Latin America1793.0%
Mexico1532.6%
Philippines150.3%
South Eastern Asia150.3%
Southern Europe180.3%
Spain180.3%
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Sex and Age in Watford City

Sex and Age in Watford City

The most populous age groups in Watford City are 25 to 29 Years (589 | 18.5%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (517 | 19.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Watford City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years347 (10.9%)275 (10.1%)
5 to 9 Years353 (11.1%)253 (9.3%)
10 to 14 Years66 (2.1%)284 (10.5%)
15 to 19 Years163 (5.1%)5 (0.2%)
20 to 24 Years189 (5.9%)192 (7.1%)
25 to 29 Years589 (18.5%)517 (19.0%)
30 to 34 Years425 (13.3%)212 (7.8%)
35 to 39 Years164 (5.1%)172 (6.3%)
40 to 44 Years277 (8.7%)118 (4.3%)
45 to 49 Years95 (3.0%)64 (2.4%)
50 to 54 Years130 (4.1%)272 (10.0%)
55 to 59 Years104 (3.3%)62 (2.3%)
60 to 64 Years98 (3.1%)40 (1.5%)
65 to 69 Years71 (2.2%)7 (0.3%)
70 to 74 Years55 (1.7%)106 (3.9%)
75 to 79 Years22 (0.7%)62 (2.3%)
80 to 84 Years23 (0.7%)66 (2.4%)
85 Years and over14 (0.4%)8 (0.3%)
Total3,185 (100.0%)2,715 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Watford City

Median Family Size in Watford City

The median family size in Watford City is 3.21 persons per family, with single male/father families (135 | 10.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.58 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (145 | 11.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.12 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Watford City
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple976 (77.7%)3.18
Single Male/Father135 (10.7%)3.58
Single Female/Mother145 (11.5%)3.12
Total Families1,256 (100.0%)3.21

Median Household Size in Watford City

The median household size in Watford City is 2.38 persons per household, with single male/father households (135 | 5.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.72 persons per household. non-family households (1,179 | 48.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.31 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Watford City
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple976 (40.1%)3.18
Single Male/Father135 (5.5%)4.72
Single Female/Mother145 (5.9%)3.47
Non-family1,179 (48.4%)1.31
Total Households2,435 (100.0%)2.38

Household Size by Marriage Status in Watford City

Out of a total of 2,435 households in Watford City, 1,256 (51.6%) are family households, while 1,179 (48.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 410, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 869.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Watford City
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-869 (35.7%)
2-Person Households410 (16.8%)291 (11.9%)
3-Person Households229 (9.4%)19 (0.8%)
4-Person Households280 (11.5%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households173 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households80 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households84 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,256 (51.6%)1,179 (48.4%)

Female Fertility in Watford City

Fertility by Age in Watford City

Average fertility rate in Watford City is 101.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 115.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 60.1% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Watford City
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years86 (60.1%)93.0
35 to 50 years57 (39.9%)115.0
Total143 (100.0%)101.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Watford City

35.0% of women with births (143) in Watford City are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 41.9% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Watford City
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years50 (58.1%)36 (41.9%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)57 (100.0%)
Total50 (35.0%)93 (65.0%)

Fertility by Education in Watford City

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Watford City
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma67 (46.9%)244.0
College or Associate's Degree34 (23.8%)52.0
Bachelor's Degree34 (23.8%)124.0
Graduate Degree8 (5.6%)105.0
Total143 (100.0%)101.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Watford City

65.0% of women with births in Watford City are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Watford City
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)67 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree8 (23.5%)26 (76.5%)
Bachelor's Degree34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total50 (35.0%)93 (65.0%)

Income in Watford City

Income Overview in Watford City

Per Capita Income in Watford City is $48,603, while median incomes of families and households are $115,403 and $84,076 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income5,900$48,603
Median Family Income1,256$115,403
Mean Family Income1,256$144,242
Median Household Income2,435$84,076
Mean Household Income2,435$121,327
Income Deficit1,256$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)5,90040.84%
Wage / Income Gap ($)5,90059.16¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index5,9000.44

Earnings by Sex in Watford City

Average Earnings in Watford City are $64,870, $76,565 for men and $45,294 for women, a difference of 40.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Watford City
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male2,065 (60.6%)$76,565
Female1,342 (39.4%)$45,294
Total3,407 (100.0%)$64,870

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Watford City

The most common earnings brackets in Watford City are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (607 | 29.4%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (226 | 16.8%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Watford City
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less19 (0.9%)21 (1.6%)
$2,500 to $4,99965 (3.2%)38 (2.8%)
$5,000 to $7,49915 (0.7%)4 (0.3%)
$7,500 to $9,999116 (5.6%)24 (1.8%)
$10,000 to $12,49965 (3.2%)22 (1.6%)
$12,500 to $14,9998 (0.4%)44 (3.3%)
$15,000 to $17,49915 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9991 (0.1%)55 (4.1%)
$20,000 to $22,49937 (1.8%)27 (2.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99916 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99942 (2.0%)46 (3.4%)
$30,000 to $34,99958 (2.8%)174 (13.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)35 (2.6%)
$40,000 to $44,999104 (5.0%)179 (13.3%)
$45,000 to $49,99942 (2.0%)71 (5.3%)
$50,000 to $54,99927 (1.3%)35 (2.6%)
$55,000 to $64,99979 (3.8%)226 (16.8%)
$65,000 to $74,999244 (11.8%)97 (7.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999607 (29.4%)169 (12.6%)
$100,000+505 (24.5%)75 (5.6%)
Total2,065 (100.0%)1,342 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Watford City

Average earnings in Watford City are $76,841 for men and $44,300 for women, a difference of 42.3%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $92,967, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $57,841. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $55,781, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $31,204.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Watford City
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$57,841$33,618
High School Diploma$71,412$31,204
College or Associate's Degree$75,205$55,747
Bachelor's Degree$92,967$48,568
Graduate Degree$75,400$55,781
Total$76,841$44,300

Family Income in Watford City

Family Income Brackets in Watford City

According to the Watford City family income data, there are 264 families falling into the $150,000 to $199,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.0% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Watford City
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000433.4%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999594.7%
$25,000 to $34,9991179.3%
$35,000 to $49,999705.6%
$50,000 to $74,99913911.1%
$75,000 to $99,99917513.9%
$100,000 to $149,99919815.8%
$150,000 to $199,99926421.0%
$200,000+19115.2%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Watford City

4-person families (238 | 19.0%) account for the highest median family income in Watford City with $165,043 per family, while 2-person families (499 | 39.7%) have the highest median income of $41,927 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Watford City
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families499 (39.7%)$83,854
3-Person Families199 (15.8%)$0
4-Person Families238 (19.0%)$165,043
5-Person Families173 (13.8%)$95,898
6-Person Families137 (10.9%)$0
7+ Person Families10 (0.8%)$0
Total1,256 (100.0%)$115,403

Family Income by Number of Earners in Watford City

Family Income by Number of Earners in Watford City
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners118 (9.4%)$0
1 Earner441 (35.1%)$66,402
2 Earners577 (45.9%)$124,813
3+ Earners120 (9.6%)$233,929
Total1,256 (100.0%)$115,403

Household Income in Watford City

Household Income Brackets in Watford City

With 545 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Watford City, accounting for 22.4% of all households. In contrast, only 22 households (0.9%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Watford City
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000492.0%
$10,000 to $14,999220.9%
$15,000 to $24,9991174.8%
$25,000 to $34,9992078.5%
$35,000 to $49,9991365.6%
$50,000 to $74,99936314.9%
$75,000 to $99,99954522.4%
$100,000 to $149,99941417.0%
$150,000 to $199,99928511.7%
$200,000+30012.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in Watford City

The median household income in Watford City is $84,076, with the highest median household income of $100,625 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 593 households (24.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 236 households (9.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Watford City
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years236 (9.7%)$0
25 to 44 Years1,356 (55.7%)$85,617
45 to 64 Years593 (24.3%)$100,625
65+ Years250 (10.3%)$33,056
Total2,435 (100.0%)$84,076

Poverty in Watford City

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Watford City

With 11.1% poverty level for males and 11.5% for females among the residents of Watford City, 5 year old males and 65 to 74 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 61 males (54.9%) and 30 females (32.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Watford City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years34 (10.5%)63 (22.9%)
5 Years61 (54.9%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years65 (26.9%)15 (3.7%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years27 (42.2%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)2 (1.0%)
25 to 34 Years50 (4.9%)59 (8.1%)
35 to 44 Years29 (7.1%)75 (25.9%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)60 (17.9%)
55 to 64 Years16 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years58 (46.0%)30 (32.6%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total340 (11.1%)304 (11.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Watford City

According to the poverty statistics in Watford City, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Watford City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years291 (89.5%)212 (77.1%)
5 Years50 (45.1%)31 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years177 (73.1%)389 (96.3%)
12 to 14 Years36 (100.0%)76 (100.0%)
15 Years37 (57.8%)5 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years75 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years212 (100.0%)190 (99.0%)
25 to 34 Years962 (95.1%)670 (91.9%)
35 to 44 Years379 (92.9%)215 (74.1%)
45 to 54 Years223 (100.0%)275 (82.1%)
55 to 64 Years186 (92.1%)97 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years68 (54.0%)62 (67.4%)
75 Years and over26 (100.0%)122 (100.0%)
Total2,722 (88.9%)2,344 (88.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Watford City

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Watford City show that 7.8% or 76 of the total 976 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 11.2%, comprising of 47 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Watford City
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children372 (88.8%)47 (11.2%)
1 or 2 Children358 (92.5%)29 (7.5%)
3 or 4 Children170 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total900 (92.2%)76 (7.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Watford City

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Watford City
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)26 (20.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)44 (30.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Watford City

The poverty data for Watford City shows that 76 of the married-couple family households (7.8%) and 44 of the single-parent households (15.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 47 households (11.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 18 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Watford City
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children47 (11.2%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children29 (7.5%)26 (14.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total76 (7.8%)44 (15.7%)

Employment Characteristics in Watford City

Employment by Class of Employer in Watford City

Among the 3,272 employed individuals in Watford City, private company employees (2,377 | 72.7%), local government employees (394 | 12.0%), and not-for-profit organizations (156 | 4.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Watford City
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees2,37772.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)180.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1524.6%
Not-for-profit Organizations1564.8%
Local Government Employees39412.0%
State Government Employees672.1%
Federal Government Employees1083.3%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total3,272100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Watford City

According to the labor force statistics for Watford City, out of the total population over 16 years of age (4,253), 78.9% or 3,356 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.2% or 74 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 55 to 59 years, with 100.0% or 166 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 45 to 54 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 6.1% or 31 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Watford City
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years51 (51.5%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years380 (99.7%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years945 (85.4%)44 (4.7%)
30 to 34 Years583 (91.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years569 (77.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years510 (90.9%)31 (6.1%)
55 to 59 Years166 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years83 (60.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years27 (11.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over42 (21.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,356 (78.9%)74 (2.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Watford City

According to labor force statistics for Watford City, 85.5% of individuals (2,855) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,339) are in the labor force, with 2.6% or 74 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 97.6% or 905 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 6.1% or 75 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Watford City
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School70 (31.5%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma643 (82.6%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree1,237 (87.6%)86 (6.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher905 (97.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,855 (85.5%)87 (2.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Watford City

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Watford City are Computers, Engineering & Science (392 | 12.0%), Community & Social Service (309 | 9.5%), Education Instruction & Library (268 | 8.2%), Management (248 | 7.6%), and Architecture & Engineering (201 | 6.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Watford City

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Watford City, the most male-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (87.1%), and Management (57.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Watford City
OccupationMaleFemale
Management143 (57.7%)105 (42.3%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science213 (54.3%)179 (45.7%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)77 (100.0%)
Architecture & Engineering175 (87.1%)26 (12.9%)
Life, Physical & Social Science38 (33.3%)76 (66.7%)
Community & Social Service 114 (36.9%)195 (63.1%)
Education, Arts & Media25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support5 (41.7%)7 (58.3%)
Education Instruction & Library84 (31.3%)184 (68.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)41 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
Total (Category)470 (46.4%)542 (53.6%)
Total (Overall)2,006 (61.5%)1,254 (38.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Watford City are Cleaning & Maintenance (111 | 3.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (87 | 2.7%), Healthcare Support (80 | 2.5%), Security & Protection (37 | 1.1%), and Personal Care & Service (37 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations in Watford City

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Watford City, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), and Security & Protection (54.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (90.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Watford City
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)80 (100.0%)
Security & Protection20 (54.0%)17 (46.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving8 (9.2%)79 (90.8%)
Cleaning & Maintenance111 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service16 (43.2%)21 (56.8%)
Total (Category)155 (44.0%)197 (56.0%)
Total (Overall)2,006 (61.5%)1,254 (38.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Watford City are Sales & Related (373 | 11.4%), and Office & Administration (210 | 6.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Watford City

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Watford City
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related239 (64.1%)134 (35.9%)
Office & Administration15 (7.1%)195 (92.9%)
Total (Category)254 (43.6%)329 (56.4%)
Total (Overall)2,006 (61.5%)1,254 (38.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Watford City are Construction & Extraction (520 | 16.0%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (207 | 6.4%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (5 | 0.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Watford City

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Watford City
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction382 (73.5%)138 (26.5%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair207 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)594 (81.1%)138 (18.9%)
Total (Overall)2,006 (61.5%)1,254 (38.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Watford City are Production (336 | 10.3%), Transportation (182 | 5.6%), and Material Moving (63 | 1.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Watford City

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Watford City
OccupationMaleFemale
Production296 (88.1%)40 (11.9%)
Transportation182 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving55 (87.3%)8 (12.7%)
Total (Category)533 (91.7%)48 (8.3%)
Total (Overall)2,006 (61.5%)1,254 (38.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Watford City

Employment Industries in Watford City

The major employment industries in Watford City include Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (513 | 15.7%), Construction (473 | 14.5%), Educational Services (402 | 12.3%), Retail Trade (363 | 11.1%), and Transportation & Warehousing (247 | 7.6%).
Employment Industries in Watford City

Employment Industries by Sex in Watford City

The Watford City industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Manufacturing (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (98.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Watford City
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction440 (85.8%)73 (14.2%)
Construction356 (75.3%)117 (24.7%)
Manufacturing11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade95 (77.9%)27 (22.1%)
Retail Trade271 (74.7%)92 (25.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing247 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities100 (98.0%)2 (2.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance58 (53.7%)50 (46.3%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific20 (74.1%)7 (25.9%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services106 (26.4%)296 (73.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)214 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation56 (93.3%)4 (6.7%)
Accommodation & Food Services3 (1.4%)205 (98.6%)
Public Administration8 (5.6%)136 (94.4%)
Total2,006 (61.5%)1,254 (38.5%)

Education in Watford City

School Enrollment in Watford City

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,412 students in Watford City are elementary school (324 | 23.0%), college / undergraduate (282 | 20.0%), and middle school (278 | 19.7%).
School Enrollment in Watford City
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool533.7%
Kindergarten19113.5%
Elementary School32423.0%
Middle School27819.7%
High School15611.1%
College / Undergraduate28220.0%
Graduate / Professional1289.1%
Total1,412100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Watford City

Out of a total of 1,412 students who are enrolled in schools in Watford City, 342 (24.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,070 (75.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 88 (68.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 39 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Watford City
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old396 (81.7%)89 (18.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds322 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds117 (81.2%)27 (18.8%)
18 to 19 Year Olds4 (33.3%)8 (66.7%)
20 to 24 Year Olds41 (31.8%)88 (68.2%)
25 to 34 Year Olds135 (58.2%)97 (41.8%)
35 Years and over16 (32.7%)33 (67.3%)
Total1,070 (75.8%)342 (24.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Watford City

Education (320 | 29.7%), engineering (165 | 15.3%), business (130 | 12.0%), arts & humanities (93 | 8.6%), and social sciences (91 | 8.4%) are the most common fields of study among 1,079 individuals in Watford City who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Watford City
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics353.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural514.7%
Physical & Health Sciences615.7%
Psychology282.6%
Social Sciences918.4%
Engineering16515.3%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology736.8%
Business13012.0%
Education32029.7%
Literature & Languages80.7%
Liberal Arts & History161.5%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications80.7%
Arts & Humanities938.6%
Total1,079100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Watford City

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Watford City

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Watford City are males with 2 vehicles (729, accounting for 36.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (662, making up 58.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Watford City
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle370 (18.2%)194 (15.6%)
2 Vehicles729 (36.0%)662 (53.3%)
3 Vehicles650 (32.1%)274 (22.0%)
4 Vehicles171 (8.4%)61 (4.9%)
5 or more Vehicles107 (5.3%)52 (4.2%)
Total2,027 (100.0%)1,243 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Watford City

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Watford City are 10 to 14 minutes (814 commuters, 26.3%), 5 to 9 minutes (607 commuters, 19.6%), and less than 5 minutes (310 commuters, 10.0%).
Commute Time in Watford City
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes31010.0%
5 to 9 Minutes60719.6%
10 to 14 Minutes81426.3%
15 to 19 Minutes2187.0%
20 to 24 Minutes2678.6%
25 to 29 Minutes180.6%
30 to 34 Minutes2598.4%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes2508.1%
60 to 89 Minutes2879.3%
90 or more Minutes652.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Watford City

The most common commute times in Watford City are 10 to 14 minutes (359 commuters, 19.0%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (455 commuters, 37.7%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Watford City
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes204 (10.8%)106 (8.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes337 (17.8%)270 (22.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes359 (19.0%)455 (37.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes152 (8.1%)66 (5.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes237 (12.6%)30 (2.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes18 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes228 (12.1%)31 (2.6%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes122 (6.5%)128 (10.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes166 (8.8%)121 (10.0%)
90 or more Minutes65 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Watford City

The most frequent times of departure to work in Watford City are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (499, 26.4%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (302, 25.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Watford City
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM59 (3.1%)27 (2.2%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)20 (1.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM163 (8.6%)123 (10.2%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM499 (26.4%)58 (4.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM280 (14.8%)165 (13.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM198 (10.5%)102 (8.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM273 (14.5%)302 (25.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM210 (11.1%)140 (11.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM19 (1.0%)15 (1.2%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM67 (3.5%)64 (5.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM25 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM72 (3.8%)76 (6.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM23 (1.2%)115 (9.5%)
Total1,888 (100.0%)1,207 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Watford City

Occupancy by Ownership in Watford City

Of the total 2,435 dwellings in Watford City, owner-occupied units account for 987 (40.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,448 (59.5%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Watford City
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units98740.5%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,44859.5%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,435100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Watford City

Occupancy by Household Size in Watford City
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household86935.7%
2-Person Household70128.8%
3-Person Household24810.2%
4+ Person Household61725.3%
Total Housing Units2,435100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Watford City

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Watford City
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household159 (18.3%)710 (81.7%)
2-Person Household383 (54.6%)318 (45.4%)
3-Person Household98 (39.5%)150 (60.5%)
4+ Person Household347 (56.2%)270 (43.8%)
Total Housing Units987 (40.5%)1,448 (59.5%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Watford City

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Watford City
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School27 (11.4%)210 (88.6%)
High School Diploma216 (40.2%)322 (59.9%)
College/Associate Degree355 (35.6%)642 (64.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher389 (58.7%)274 (41.3%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Watford City

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Watford City
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1,21149.7%
35 to 44 Years38115.7%
45 to 54 Years42117.3%
55 to 64 Years1727.1%
65 to 74 Years1235.1%
75 to 84 Years1235.1%
85 Years and Over40.2%
Total2,435100.0%

Housing Finances in Watford City

Median Income by Occupancy in Watford City

Median Income by Occupancy in Watford City
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied987 (40.5%)$147,019
Renter-Occupied1,448 (59.5%)$74,551
Average2,435 (100.0%)$84,076

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Watford City

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Watford City
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00017 (1.7%)32 (2.2%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99921 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99915 (1.5%)46 (3.2%)
$20,000 to $24,9998 (0.8%)49 (3.4%)
$25,000 to $34,99959 (6.0%)148 (10.2%)
$35,000 to $49,9997 (0.7%)129 (8.9%)
$50,000 to $74,99935 (3.5%)327 (22.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999152 (15.4%)393 (27.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999182 (18.4%)231 (16.0%)
$150,000 or more491 (49.7%)93 (6.4%)
Total987 (100.0%)1,448 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Watford City

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Watford City
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3007 (0.7%)30 (2.1%)
$300 to $499110 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $799129 (13.1%)77 (5.3%)
$800 to $99989 (9.0%)202 (14.0%)
$1,000 to $1,499187 (19.0%)695 (48.0%)
$1,500 to $1,999145 (14.7%)301 (20.8%)
$2,000 to $2,49990 (9.1%)124 (8.6%)
$2,500 to $2,999151 (15.3%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more79 (8.0%)3 (0.2%)
Total987 (100.0%)1,448 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Watford City

Housing Structures in Watford City

Housing Structures in Watford City
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached91137.4%
Single Unit, Attached2068.5%
2 Unit Apartments281.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments933.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1666.8%
10 or more Apartments78632.3%
Mobile Home / Other24510.1%
Total2,435100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Watford City

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Watford City
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached833 (91.4%)78 (8.6%)
Single Unit, Attached99 (48.1%)107 (51.9%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)93 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)166 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)786 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other55 (22.5%)190 (77.5%)
Total987 (40.5%)1,448 (59.5%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Watford City

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Watford City
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)331 (22.9%)
2 or 3 Rooms26 (2.6%)226 (15.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms246 (24.9%)625 (43.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms266 (27.0%)147 (10.2%)
8 or more Rooms449 (45.5%)119 (8.2%)
Total987 (100.0%)1,448 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Watford City

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Watford City
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas613 (62.1%)315 (21.7%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas27 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity315 (31.9%)1,133 (78.2%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used32 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total987 (100.0%)1,448 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Watford City

Household Vehicle Usage in Watford City
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)30 (2.1%)
1 Vehicle108 (10.9%)426 (29.4%)
2 Vehicles431 (43.7%)761 (52.6%)
3 or more Vehicles448 (45.4%)231 (16.0%)
Total987 (100.0%)1,448 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Watford City

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Watford City

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units249738
Median Property Value$269,100$364,600
Median Household Income$87,031$406
Monthly Housing Costs$530$79
Real Estate Taxes$1,679$22

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Watford City

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Watford City
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00015 (6.0%)6 (0.8%)
$50,000 to $99,99924 (9.6%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99996 (38.6%)259 (35.1%)
$300,000 to $499,99995 (38.2%)442 (59.9%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)31 (4.2%)
$750,000 to $999,99919 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total249 (100.0%)738 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Watford City

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Watford City
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00017 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99929 (11.7%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99916 (6.4%)15 (2.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)43 (5.8%)
$50,000 to $74,99922 (8.8%)7 (0.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99942 (16.9%)13 (1.8%)
$100,000 to $149,99938 (15.3%)110 (14.9%)
$150,000 or more85 (34.1%)144 (19.5%)
Total249 (100.0%)738 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Watford City

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Watford City
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x95 (38.2%)160,833 (21,793.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x56 (22.5%)244 (33.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x19 (7.6%)259 (35.1%)
4.0x or more62 (24.9%)86 (11.7%)
Total249 (100.0%)738 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Watford City

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Watford City
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80056 (22.5%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49942 (16.9%)38 (5.1%)
$800 to $1,499123 (49.4%)315 (42.7%)
Total249 (100.0%)738 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Watford City

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Watford City

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Watford City
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years616 (80.6%)148 (19.4%)
6 to 18 Years911 (93.9%)59 (6.1%)
19 to 25 Years617 (92.4%)51 (7.6%)
26 to 34 Years1,341 (91.5%)124 (8.5%)
35 to 44 Years676 (96.9%)22 (3.2%)
45 to 54 Years489 (91.1%)48 (8.9%)
55 to 64 Years208 (69.6%)91 (30.4%)
65 to 74 Years195 (89.4%)23 (10.5%)
75 Years and older148 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,201 (90.2%)566 (9.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Watford City

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Watford City
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born616 (80.6%)148 (19.4%)
Foreign Born, Citizen911 (93.9%)59 (6.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen617 (92.4%)51 (7.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Watford City

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Watford City
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000173 (42.9%)230 (57.1%)
$25,000 to $49,999723 (87.7%)101 (12.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999925 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999949 (92.9%)73 (7.1%)
$100,000 and over2,429 (93.8%)162 (6.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Watford City

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Watford City
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6167 (21.9%)492 (64.4%)
6 to 18 Years74 (7.6%)851 (87.7%)
19 to 25 Years41 (6.1%)576 (86.2%)
25 to 34 Years83 (5.7%)1,278 (87.2%)
35 to 44 Years18 (2.6%)676 (96.9%)
45 to 54 Years30 (5.6%)459 (85.5%)
55 to 64 Years67 (22.4%)168 (56.2%)
65 to 74 Years195 (89.4%)139 (63.8%)
75 Years and over148 (100.0%)132 (89.2%)
Total823 (14.3%)4,771 (82.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Watford City

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Watford City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years44 (3.6%)49 (5.3%)
35 to 64 Years157 (19.3%)14 (1.9%)
65 to 74 Years49 (38.9%)9 (9.8%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)33 (27.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Watford City

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Watford City: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years44 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years122 (15.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years28 (22.2%)4 (4.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)33 (27.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Watford City: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years44 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years23 (18.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Watford City: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years44 (3.6%)49 (5.3%)
35 to 64 Years13 (1.6%)14 (1.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Watford City: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years44 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years35 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years21 (16.7%)5 (5.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Watford City: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years44 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)14 (1.9%)
65 to 74 Years23 (18.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Watford City

Computing Device Access in Watford City

Computing Device Access in Watford City
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop2,14788.2%
Smartphone2,37997.7%
Tablet1,71370.4%
No Computing Device522.1%
Total2,435100.0%

Internet Access in Watford City

Internet Access in Watford City
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,89377.7%
Cellular Data Only41317.0%
Satellite Internet26811.0%
No Internet1134.6%
Total2,435100.0%

Watford City Summary

Watford City is a city located in McKenzie County, North Dakota, United States. It is the county seat of McKenzie County and the largest city in the county. The population was 1,744 at the 2010 census.

Geography

Watford City is located at 47 41 25 North 103 14 17 West 47 690278 103 238056

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.2 square miles (3.1 km2), all of it land.

History

Watford City was founded in 1914 by the Watford Land Company, which was owned by the Great Northern Railway. The city was named after Watford, England, the hometown of one of the company's directors.
The city was incorporated in 1919 and has grown steadily since then. In the 1950s, Watford City was the largest city in McKenzie County.

Economy

Watford City is the economic hub of McKenzie County. The city is home to a variety of businesses, including retail stores, restaurants, and service providers.
The city is also home to several oil and gas companies, including Continental Resources, Hess Corporation, and Marathon Oil. These companies are responsible for much of the economic growth in the area.

Demographics

As of the census of 2010, there were 1,744 people, 717 households, and 463 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,444.2 people per square mile (556.7/km2). There were 817 housing units at an average density of 677.5 per square mile (261.7/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 94.2% White, 0.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 2.7% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.2% of the population.
There were 717 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.2% were married couples living together, 9.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.2% were non-families. 33.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.35 and the average family size was 2.97.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 24.2% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 19.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $37,500, and the median income for a family was $45,000. Males had a median income of $31,250 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,945. About 8.2% of families and 10.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Watford City?
Total Population of Watford City is 5,900.
What is the Total Male Population of Watford City?
Total Male Population of Watford City is 3,185.
What is the Total Female Population of Watford City?
Total Female Population of Watford City is 2,715.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Watford City?
There are 117.31 Males per 100 Females in Watford City.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Watford City?
There are 85.24 Females per 100 Males in Watford City.
What is the Median Population Age in Watford City?
Median Population Age in Watford City is 29.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Watford City
Average Family Size in Watford City is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Watford City
Average Household Size in Watford City is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Watford City?
Per Capita income in Watford City is $48,603.
What is the Median Family Income in Watford City?
Median Family Income in Watford City is $115,403.
What is the Median Household income in Watford City?
Median Household Income in Watford City is $84,076.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Watford City?
Income or Wage Gap in Watford City is 40.8%.
Women in Watford City earn 59.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Watford City?
Inequality or Gini Index in Watford City is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Watford City?
There are 3,356 People in the Labor Forcein in Watford City.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Watford City?
78.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Watford City.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Watford City?
Unemployment Rate in Watford City is 2.2%.