Mercer
7.4
High score (8-10)
Mercer County sits on the Missouri River with Hazen as the county seat. The county has a lignite coal economy through the Coal Creek Station (historically one of the largest coal plants in the US), giving it economic stability uncommon in agricultural-only ND counties. Lake Sakakawea's western arm runs through the county providing recreational pull. Employed people with steady incomes have more social energy — Hazen is modest but functional.
Mid score (6-8) · Your profile
Hazen has about 2,500 people and Mercer County overall is around 8,000. Decent sized for a rural ND county. The social scene is small-town but the coal economy historically kept incomes up. Economic stability doesn't create nightlife but it does reduce the desperation that characterizes some poorer rural counties.
Lower score (below 6)
Mercer County is coal country in a state transitioning away from coal — the economic uncertainty has dampened the stability that used to characterize the county. Outside of Hazen, the county is spread thin. Not a compelling social destination unless you have industry connections.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the median income in Mercer, NorthDakota?
$27k median
What's the typical marriage age for women in Mercer, NorthDakota?
Women marry at 26
How common is a college degree in Mercer, NorthDakota?
16% men have degree
What's the average male height in Mercer, NorthDakota?
177 cm local avg
What's the average BMI for women in Mercer, NorthDakota?
Local women avg 29.2