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Washburn, ND

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Population
1,254
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,754 ft
Median Home Value
$238,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$818/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$73,413
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Washburn

Set along the bluffs of the Missouri River about 45 minutes north of Bismarck, Washburn offers a quiet small-town feel with deep historical roots. Home to around 1,300 residents, it serves as the McLean County seat while keeping a relaxed, neighborly pace. The town is surrounded by classic river valley scenery, with the reconstructed Fort Mandan nearby marking where Lewis and Clark spent the winter of 1804.

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For newcomers, daily life here comes with easy access to outdoor recreation, good local schools, and everyday essentials like parks and a community pool. The Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center sits right on the edge of town, featuring scenic walking trails and a river overlook. Between steady jobs in regional energy and agriculture and an easy commute to Bismarck, Washburn provides a welcoming riverside community with plenty of room to breathe.

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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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