The Fargo of today is a vibrant downtown of unique lodging, eating establishments and entertainment venues. Its the largest city in North Dakota and the home of Football Championship Subdivision national powerhouse North Dakota State University. The metro area has several colleges and an active arts community.

Is Fargo ND A good place to live?

WEST FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - Money.com announced its annual ranking of the Best Places to Live in the U.S. and the City of West Fargo earned the 23rd spot. The list features 50 towns and cities where the economy, job growth and housing market remained strong despite COVID-19 disruptions.

Is Fargo ND worth visiting?

Most travelers simply dont have a reason to come here. The state lacks a big attraction (like Mount Rushmore in neighboring South Dakota). Fargo is only a few hours drive from the regional hub of Minneapolis-Saint Paul, but unless you are a serious hockey fan or a Coen brothers buff, that trip may not seem worth it.

Is Fargo ND cool?

While those two activities might come to mind first at the mention of “Fargo,” in reality, this Midwestern city is packed with amazing food, art, culture and fun things to do. And unlike many other hip cities on the rise, Fargo isnt just cool, its friendly too.

Is Fargo in North or South Dakota?

The City of Fargo is located in Cass County, North Dakota, along the Red River of the North which forms the border between Minnesota and North Dakota. An estimated 124,844 (as of July 2018) people live in Fargo. The greater Fargo-Moorhead metropolitan area population is more than 238,000.

Why should I go to North Dakota?

Beautiful scenery, friendly people and great job opportunities — North Dakota has it all. North Dakota is one of the least-populated and visited states, but if you live here, youll want to keep all the beauty to yourself. Contrary to popular belief, the state does experience all four seasons.

What is North Dakota known for?

North DakotaEntered the Union: Nov. 2, 1889 (39)Capital: BismarckState Song: “North Dakota HymnState Fruit: ChokeberryNational Grassland: 1 • State Parks: 18Famous for: The Badlands, Theodore Roosevelt National Park, International Peace Garden6 more rows

Is Fargo ND safe?

Fargo is in the 58th percentile for safety, meaning 42% of cities are safer and 58% of cities are more dangerous. This analysis applies to Fargos proper boundaries only. See the table on nearby places below for nearby cities. The rate of crime in Fargo is 23.60 per 1,000 residents during a standard year.