The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 58478 sells for about $145,000, or $98 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 112 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $850 a month.
ZIP 58478 — Robinson
The housing market in 58478 is characterized by low volume and high stability, typical of rural North Dakota. Prices have seen modest, steady appreciation, driven by limited inventory rather than high demand. The market remains quiet with few active listings and long marketing times.
This ZIP is best suited for those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle, including retirees or individuals employed in agriculture. It is not ideal for commuters or those requiring proximity to urban amenities, shopping, or high-speed transit.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 112 days on market with 6.5 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
8% 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 10.9% · poverty 2.7% — 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 2.6%/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 2.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 58478, Kidder County ND
Crime rates in Robinson and surrounding Kidder County are extremely low, significantly below both state and national averages. The area is characterized by a rural, tight-knit community with minimal reported violent or property crime.
The area is served by rural school districts where small class sizes are the norm. Educational outcomes are generally stable, though the limited tax base in rural North Dakota can constrain extracurricular and advanced course offerings.
The primary environmental risks include severe winter weather, high winds, and occasional localized flooding during spring thaw. Property insurance premiums are generally stable but reflect the regional risk of hail and wind damage common to the Great Plains.
Economic momentum is primarily driven by the agricultural sector, including crop production and livestock. There is minimal large-scale commercial development, with infrastructure focused on maintaining rural transit corridors and supporting local agribusiness.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level based on true and full value, with agricultural land receiving specific valuation exemptions. There are no local municipal income taxes, and the tax structure is heavily reliant on property levies to fund local school districts and county services.
Commuting is exclusively by private vehicle, with residents typically traveling to larger regional hubs like Jamestown or Bismarck for employment. Travel times are significant due to the rural geography and reliance on state highways.
Recreation is centered on outdoor activities, including hunting, fishing, and access to nearby wildlife management areas. Local amenities are limited, with basic shopping and dining found in small town centers within a 20-30 minute drive.
The rental market is very thin with low turnover and limited inventory. Most rental units are single-family homes or small multi-family conversions, with little to no short-term rental presence.
The economy is dominated by dryland farming and ranching. Major employers are primarily local government, school districts, and agricultural cooperatives.
Transportation is entirely dependent on personal vehicles via state and county road networks. There is no public transit infrastructure.
There are no major commercial or residential developments currently approved or under construction in this ZIP code.
The Kidder County Director of Tax Equalization oversees assessments, focusing on maintaining equitable values across agricultural and residential property classes.
Parcels are subject to county-wide school district levies and local fire protection district assessments.
Property insurance is readily available but premiums are sensitive to regional weather patterns, particularly wind and hail exposure.
North Dakota has experienced modest net domestic migration, with rural areas like Kidder County seeing stable or slightly declining populations as younger residents move to urban centers.
North Dakota is a judicial foreclosure state, requiring court action to complete the process, which generally provides a longer timeline for homeowners.
Sellers are required to provide a property disclosure statement, though the scope is generally limited compared to more urbanized states.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
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.
Local community space for outdoor gatherings.
Extensive public land access for hunting and bird watching.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.