Sawyer, ND
- Elevation
- 1,535 ft USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
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Tucked into the Souris River valley about 15 miles southeast of Minot, Sawyer is a quiet, close-knit community in Ward County. Founded in the late 1800s along the Soo Line Railroad, the town has settled into a peaceful rural spot with around 350 residents. Its position along Highway 52 makes it an easy daily drive for folks working in Minot, offering a relaxed home base with quick access to big-city amenities.
Daily life here largely centers on Sawyer Public School, which teaches kindergarten through twelfth grade and brings neighbors together for sports and local events. The town itself is compact and easy to navigate, with quiet residential streets, friendly neighbors, and wide prairie views. It offers a calm, welcoming environment for anyone looking for the comfort and safety of small-town North Dakota living.
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