West Fargo, ND Crime Map

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About West Fargo Crime & Safety

Is West Fargo safe?

West Fargo is one of the safest cities in North Dakota — and by most measures, one of the safest small cities in the entire country. Our analysis of 70 neighborhoods across West Fargo found that 100% of them earned a Grade A or higher, with the city-wide safety rating landing at A+ overall. That means not a single neighborhood in West Fargo falls into Grade B, C, D, or F territory. Neighborhoods like Chateau Cheyenne, The Yards, Goldenwood, and Airport all hold an A+ grade, while even the relatively lower-rated areas — Southside (A-) and Eastwood (A) — remain well above average compared to national benchmarks. West Fargo's low poverty rate of 6.5% and an unemployment rate of just 1.2% further reinforce the conditions that support community safety.

What is the crime rate in West Fargo?

West Fargo's crime rate is exceptionally low by every measurable standard. Across all 70 analyzed neighborhoods, 100% earned a Grade A — meaning zero neighborhoods were flagged as moderately or highly unsafe. The combined share of neighborhoods rated Grade A or B (the "safe" threshold) stands at 100%, a figure that very few U.S. cities of comparable size can match. Even the areas with the most relative crime activity — Southside at Grade A- and North Industrial Park at Grade A — sit comfortably within the safest tier nationally. West Fargo's median household income of $87,674 and a median home value of $237,656 reflect a stable, prosperous community, both of which are strongly correlated with lower crime rates. Property crimes such as vehicle theft and theft from vehicles represent the most common incident types citywide, while violent crime remains rare across all neighborhoods.

What are the safest neighborhoods in West Fargo?

Every neighborhood in West Fargo is rated Grade A or better, but the top-performing areas stand out for their combination of safety scores and economic strength. The top 10 safest neighborhoods are:

1. Chateau Cheyenne — Grade A+, median income $119,697
2. The Yards — Grade A+, median income $119,697
3. Goldenwood — Grade A+, median income $119,697
4. Airport — Grade A+, median income $119,697
5. Westwood — Grade A+, median income $111,678
6. West Industrial Park — Grade A+, median income $97,827
7. Sheyenne Park — Grade A+, median income $97,493
8. West Side — Grade A+, median income $97,492
9. West Creek — Grade A+, median income $97,492
10. Westwynd — Grade A+, median income $97,492

Notably, all 70 analyzed neighborhoods — or 100% of West Fargo — received a Grade A rating, meaning there is no "bad side of town" to avoid. Even Eagle Run and The Wilds, which appear in the higher-crime comparison group, still hold an A+ grade, underscoring how uniformly safe this city is.

Is West Fargo a good place to live?

The data makes a compelling case. West Fargo earns an overall crime grade of A+, and its socioeconomic indicators are equally strong: a median household income of $87,674 (well above the national median), a 1.2% unemployment rate (among the lowest in the country), a poverty rate of just 6.5%, and a median home value of $237,656 that reflects both affordability and steady appreciation. Renters also benefit, with a median rent of $957 — reasonable for a city with this income profile. With a population of 36,406 spread across a density of 875 people per square mile, West Fargo offers a suburban feel with genuine community cohesion. All 70 neighborhoods analyzed scored Grade A or better, giving prospective residents the confidence that wherever they choose to live — whether in Westwood, Sheyenne Park, or even the relatively busier Southside — they are choosing a safe, stable environment.

How does West Fargo compare to other cities for safety?

West Fargo's safety profile is exceptional at a national level. Having 100% of neighborhoods graded A is a benchmark that most cities — regardless of size — cannot achieve. For context, many U.S. cities of similar population see anywhere from 20% to 50% of their neighborhoods fall into Grade C or below. West Fargo's 0% of neighborhoods in Grade D or F is a direct reflection of its low poverty rate (6.5%), near-full employment (1.2% unemployment), and strong civic investment. The city's worst-rated neighborhoods — Southside (A-) and Eastwood (A) — would rank among the safest neighborhoods in many other mid-sized American cities, putting West Fargo's floor well above the national average ceiling.