What are the schools like in Hazelton, ND?

Hazelton is served primarily by HAZELTON-MOFFIT-BRADDOCK 6. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.7:1.

What is the median household income in Hazelton?

The median household income in Hazelton, ND is $48,125 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.8%.

What is the weather like in Hazelton, ND?

Hazelton has an average high temperature of 20.1°F in January and 81.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 44.7 inches.

Hazelton, ND Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Hazelton, ND affordable or expensive?

Hazelton's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hazelton is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $72,300 and the median rent is $900 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Hazelton, ND?

Hazelton has a violent crime rate of 61.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1265.0 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Hazelton, ND a Good Place to Live?

Hazelton is a small town of 214 in North Dakota, with a median household income of $48,125 and a 1.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

Strengths: Hazelton stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Hazelton is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Hazelton city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 88.4

Hazelton's overall cost of living index is 88.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Hazelton costs roughly 12% less than the average American city.

Metric	Hazelton, ND	National Avg
Median Home Value	$72,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$900	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	63.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$48,125	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Hazelton's violent crime rate is 61.7 per 100,000 residents — 84% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

61.7 /100k

Property Crime

1265.0 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Hazelton is served primarily by HAZELTON-MOFFIT-BRADDOCK 6. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Hazelton, ND	National Avg
School District	HAZELTON-MOFFIT-BRADDOCK 6	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	8.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	10.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	83.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hazelton sees average highs of 20.1°F in January and 81.2°F in July, with 19.0 inches of annual precipitation and 44.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Hazelton, ND
Average High — January	20.1°F
Average High — July	81.2°F
Annual Precipitation	19.0"
Annual Snowfall	44.7"

Demographics

Metric	Hazelton, ND	National Avg
Population	214	—
Median Age	46.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	20.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	89.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	2.8%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	4.7%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	12.6%	22.2%
65 and over	21.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Braddock, ND 11 mi Linton, ND 15 mi Cannon Ball, ND 20 mi Napoleon, ND 24 mi Strasburg, ND 25 mi

ZIP Codes in Hazelton

Hazelton, ND is covered by 1 ZIP code:

58544

Hazelton vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hazelton, ND affordable or expensive?

Hazelton's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Hazelton roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $72,300 and median rent is $900/month.

What is the crime rate in Hazelton, ND?

Hazelton's violent crime rate is 61.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1265.0 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Hazelton?

Public schools in Hazelton are operated by HAZELTON-MOFFIT-BRADDOCK 6. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.7:1. 10.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Hazelton, ND a good place to live?

Hazelton, ND has a population of 214, a median household income of $48,125, and an unemployment rate of 1.8%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Hazelton?

Hazelton averages 20.1°F in January and 81.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 19.0 inches with about 44.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Hazelton?

Hazelton, ND is covered by 1 ZIP code: 58544.

What is the population of Hazelton?

The population of Hazelton, North Dakota is 214 with a median age of 46.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hazelton?

Key numbers for living in Hazelton: cost of living index 88 (100 = US average), median home $72,300, median household income $48,125, crime index 34 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hazelton side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.