The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 58639 sells for about $185,000, or $112 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.8% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 98 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $568 a month.
ZIP 58639 — Hettinger
The housing market in 58639 is characterized by low inventory and slow turnover, typical of a stable rural North Dakota community. Prices have seen modest year-over-year growth, driven by limited supply rather than high demand. The market remains affordable for local residents, with minimal pressure from investors or short-term rental activity.
This ZIP is best suited for families and individuals seeking a quiet, affordable, small-town lifestyle with a strong sense of community and low cost of living.
Median prices moved up 2.8% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 98 days on market with 7.0 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
7% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.6% · poverty 12.9% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 58639, Adams County ND
Crime rates in Hettinger are significantly lower than the national average, with the area characterized by a very safe, small-town environment.
The area is served by the Hettinger Public School District, which is generally well-regarded for its small class sizes and community-focused educational approach.
The region faces minimal flood risk, though it is subject to standard North Dakota weather hazards including high winds and occasional severe winter storms.
The local economy is primarily driven by agriculture and energy-related services, with stable but modest economic momentum typical of rural North Dakota.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level by Adams County; the rate is determined by local mill levies applied to the assessed value of the property.
Commuting is primarily by personal vehicle, with most residents working within the immediate vicinity of Hettinger; there is no public transit infrastructure.
Local amenities include the Hettinger City Park, nearby golf facilities, and access to regional hunting and outdoor recreation areas.
The rental market is limited in depth, characterized by low turnover and a lack of large-scale multi-family developments.
The economy is anchored by the agricultural sector, local healthcare services, and regional energy industry support.
Transportation is entirely dependent on private vehicles; the area is served by regional highways connecting to larger North Dakota hubs.
There are no major large-scale commercial or residential developments currently in the pipeline for this rural ZIP code.
The Adams County assessor manages property valuations based on annual market analysis and state-mandated assessment guidelines.
Parcels are subject to local school district taxes and county-wide levies for emergency services and road maintenance.
Property insurance premiums are generally stable, reflecting the low-hazard environment, though coverage for wind and hail is standard.
North Dakota has seen modest net domestic migration, with rural areas like Adams County experiencing stable population levels.
North Dakota is a judicial foreclosure state, requiring court action to complete the foreclosure process.
Sellers are required to provide a property disclosure statement detailing known material defects to the buyer.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 58639 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Central community green space with playground and picnic areas.
Local 9-hole course serving the community.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.