McIntosh County, North Dakota is a rural county located in the southwestern corner of the state. The county has a population of 3,964 people, with a median age of 44.4 years. The median household income is $48,845, which is slightly lower than the national average of $57,652. The poverty rate is 9.2%, which is slightly higher than the national average of 8.9%.
The economy of McIntosh County is largely based on agriculture and livestock, with the majority of the population employed in these industries. The county also has a large manufacturing sector, which contributes significantly to the local economy. The unemployment rate in the county is 3.7%, which is lower than the national average of 4.0%.
The educational attainment in McIntosh County is slightly lower than the national average. The percentage of adults with a high school diploma or higher is 84.5%, while the national average is 87.7%. The percentage of adults with a bachelor's degree or higher is 19.3%, which is slightly lower than the national average of 31.5%.
The real estate market in McIntosh County is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $132,500. This is significantly lower than the national median home value of $231,200. The median rent in the county is $717, which is slightly lower than the national median rent of $949. The vacancy rate in the county is 4.2%, which is slightly higher than the national average of 3.7%.
Overall, McIntosh County is a rural county with a strong agricultural and manufacturing base. The economy is relatively stable, and the real estate market is affordable. The educational attainment is slightly lower than the national average, but the unemployment rate is lower than the national average.