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Richardton, ND

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Population
695
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
2,472 ft
Median Home Value
$188,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$593/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$60,179
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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OverallBest places in North DakotaPopulation rankingHighest population places in North DakotaNearest larger communityDickinson, North Dakota22 miles away · 25,870 residents.

About Richardton

Located about twenty miles east of Dickinson along Interstate 94, Richardton offers a quiet, easygoing pace of life in western North Dakota. With around 600 residents, it is the kind of close-knit community where neighbors know each other and daily errands take just a few minutes. Families and retirees appreciate the peaceful prairie setting along with an easy highway drive to the larger stores, medical centers, and job opportunities in Dickinson.

Richardton ND

The town is best known for Assumption Abbey, an active Benedictine monastery with striking twin towers that rise above the surrounding farmland. The abbey grounds draw visitors for quiet retreats, adding a unique sense of history and character to the community. Paired with a dedicated local school district and friendly local businesses, Richardton provides a comfortable, down-to-earth spot to settle down in Stark County.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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