2026 Rankings

Worst ZIP Codes for Homebuyers in North Dakota — 2026

Last updated: April 13, 2026

407 ZIP codes ranked by Purchase Risk #1: ZIP 58357 (Oberon, ND) - 62/100
Lead Violations Lowest Score Safest Flood Risk Energy Cost Radon PFAS Reliability EJ Index Homebuyer Risk CO & Gas Safest Gas Remediation Burden Unresolved Violations (by Utility) Water Equity (by Utility)

Out of 407 ZIP codes with data in North Dakota, these are the highest-ranked areas for purchase risk. See also: National Worst ZIP Codes for Homebuyers — Hidden Risk Factors | All North Dakota Rankings

Statistic Value
ZIP codes ranked 407
Highest value 66/100
Median value 36/100
State North Dakota

Top 100 Worst ZIP Codes

Rank ZIP Code City State Purchase Risk Safety Score
1 58357 Oberon ND 62/100 63/100
2 58325 Churchs Ferry ND 61/100 35/100
3 58351 Minnewaukan ND 59/100 53/100
4 58573 Strasburg ND 59/100 61/100
5 58225 Drayton ND 57/100 53/100
6 58439 Forbes ND 57/100 61/100
7 58744 Karlsruhe ND 57/100 67/100
8 58335 Fort Totten ND 56/100 45/100
9 58380 Tolna ND 56/100 63/100
10 58060 Milnor ND 55/100 58/100
11 58271 Pembina ND 55/100 54/100
12 58559 Mercer ND 55/100 58/100
13 58703 Minot ND 55/100 33/100
14 58760 Maxbass ND 55/100 11/100
15 58844 Fortuna ND 55/100 65/100
16 58260 Milton ND 54/100 70/100
17 58281 Wales ND 54/100 53/100
18 58422 Cathay ND 54/100 47/100
19 58454 Jud ND 54/100 65/100
20 58701 Minot ND 54/100 33/100
21 58045 Hillsboro ND 53/100 56/100
22 58223 Cummings ND 53/100 53/100
23 58277 Sharon ND 53/100 62/100
24 58562 New Leipzig ND 53/100 68/100
25 58737 Flaxton ND 53/100 67/100
26 58781 Sawyer ND 53/100 63/100
27 58021 Davenport ND 52/100 64/100
28 58030 Fairmount ND 52/100 66/100
29 58776 Ross ND 52/100 59/100
30 58356 New Rockford ND 51/100 62/100
31 58379 Tokio ND 51/100 53/100
32 58790 Velva ND 51/100 47/100
33 58038 Grandin ND 50/100 63/100
34 58054 Lisbon ND 50/100 40/100
35 58301 Devils Lake ND 50/100 55/100
36 58377 Starkweather ND 50/100 45/100
37 58382 Webster ND 50/100 53/100
38 58475 Pettibone ND 50/100 40/100
39 58645 Medora ND 50/100 61/100
40 58004 Amenia ND 49/100 68/100
41 58042 Harwood ND 49/100 51/100
42 58203 Grand Forks ND 49/100 52/100
43 58256 Manvel ND 49/100 40/100
44 58261 Minto ND 49/100 55/100
45 58442 Gackle ND 49/100 70/100
46 58444 Goodrich ND 49/100 64/100
47 58464 Mchenry ND 49/100 53/100
48 58520 Almont ND 49/100 44/100
49 58036 Gardner ND 48/100 64/100
50 58048 Hunter ND 48/100 67/100
51 58049 Kathryn ND 48/100 53/100
52 58072 Valley City ND 48/100 52/100
53 58344 Lakota ND 48/100 65/100
54 58552 Linton ND 48/100 52/100
55 58735 Douglas ND 48/100 45/100
56 58105 Fargo ND 47/100 70/100
57 58201 Grand Forks ND 47/100 47/100
58 58257 Mayville ND 47/100 45/100
59 58329 Dunseith ND 47/100 61/100
60 58436 Ellendale ND 47/100 66/100
61 58480 Sanborn ND 47/100 66/100
62 58650 Regent ND 47/100 56/100
63 58756 Makoti ND 47/100 55/100
64 58001 Abercrombie ND 46/100 65/100
65 58047 Horace ND 46/100 52/100
66 58216 Bathgate ND 46/100 53/100
67 58222 Crystal ND 46/100 45/100
68 58258 Mekinock ND 46/100 53/100
69 58262 Mountain ND 46/100 69/100
70 58370 Saint Michael ND 46/100 40/100
71 58455 Kensal ND 46/100 54/100
72 58542 Hague ND 46/100 70/100
73 58057 Mcleod ND 45/100 53/100
74 58330 Edmore ND 45/100 70/100
75 58486 Sykeston ND 45/100 62/100
76 58646 Mott ND 45/100 52/100
77 58722 Burlington ND 45/100 60/100
78 58005 Argusville ND 44/100 60/100
79 58210 Adams ND 44/100 53/100
80 58259 Michigan ND 44/100 70/100
81 58361 Pekin ND 44/100 53/100
82 58381 Warwick ND 44/100 45/100
83 58385 Wolford ND 44/100 53/100
84 58529 Carson ND 44/100 69/100
85 58533 Elgin ND 44/100 62/100
86 58581 Zeeland ND 44/100 65/100
87 58718 Berthold ND 44/100 67/100
88 58783 Souris ND 44/100 69/100
89 58788 Towner ND 44/100 69/100
90 58015 Christine ND 43/100 65/100
91 58077 Walcott ND 43/100 70/100
92 58202 Grand Forks ND 43/100 62/100
93 58235 Gilby ND 43/100 68/100
94 58237 Grafton ND 43/100 43/100
95 58240 Hatton ND 43/100 64/100
96 58250 Lankin ND 43/100 53/100
97 58265 Neche ND 43/100 65/100
98 58324 Cando ND 43/100 57/100

Methodology

The Home Purchase Risk Score combines area indicators that may lead to added costs for homebuyers: water system violation records, lead service line indicators, county radon potential, flood zones and housing age. An indicator does not mean a home needs filtration, mitigation, insurance or upgrades; a home test or inspection decides that. These are factors that standard home inspections may not fully capture.

Data sources: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), FEMA National Flood Insurance Program, EPA radon zone maps, EIA electricity rates, and Consumer Confidence Reports. Last updated: 2026-04-13.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Home Purchase Risk Score?

This score (0-100) estimates the hidden environmental costs a homebuyer may face: water filtration needs, lead pipe replacement, radon mitigation, flood insurance, and infrastructure upgrades. Higher scores mean more potential unexpected expenses after purchase.

What should homebuyers do in high-risk ZIP codes?

Request a water quality test, check for lead service lines with the utility, test for radon before closing, verify FEMA flood zone designation, and factor in potential remediation costs ($5,000-$30,000+) to your budget.

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Disclaimer: Rankings are based on EPA, FEMA, and federal agency data. They reflect historical patterns and risk indicators, not necessarily current conditions. For the most current information, contact your local water utility or request a Consumer Confidence Report.

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