Economy & Jobs — Watford City, North Dakota
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $102,260 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$100,700 |
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| Per Capita Income | $51,501 |
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| Poverty Rate | 7.8% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 0.6% |
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| In Labor Force | 3,584 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 18.9% |
| Agriculture | 16.7% |
| Construction | 14.5% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Full Service Restaurants | 14 |
| Hotels Motels | 11 |
| Auto Repair | 8 |
| Insurance Agencies | 8 |
| Fast Food | 7 |
| Commercial Banks | 5 |
| Real Estate Offices | 4 |
| Convenience Stores | 3 |
| Child Day Care | 3 |
| Museums | 3 |
| Bars | 3 |
| Coffee Shops | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
