Welcome to the Fargo-Moorhead Community

City/Neighborhood Info | Crime Data | Transportation ) Healthcare | Senior Living | Academics | Culture & Recreation | News Stations

The greater Fargo / Moorhead area encompasses the following cities in North Dakota and Minnesota—Fargo, Moorhead, West Fargo and Dilworth. This area has population of over 224,000. It extends into rural communities in a 60 mile radius including Argusville, Barnesville, Casselton, Glyndon, Harwood, Hawley, Horace, Kindred, and Mapleton.

Cost of living, climate and demographic information can be found on the the GFMEDC site LiveInFargo.com or at the Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber of Commerce.

City & Neighorhood Information

• Fargo Neighborhood Information
• West Fargo Comprehensive Plan
• Moorhead Neighborhood Information
• Dilworth Comprehensive Plan

Crime Data

• Minnesota
• North Dakota

Transportation

• Air Service - The area is served by the Hector International Airport with direct air service to Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Minneapolis-St. Paul, Nashville, Orlando-Sanford, Phoenix-Mesa and St. Pete with service by Delta, United, Frontier, Allegiant and American Airlines. The Fargo Jet Center also offers charter flights.
• Mass Transit - The metro area is served by the MAT Bus (Metro Area Transit) with 24 fixed routes linking riders to employment, education, healthcare, entertainment and more.
• Pay Per Service - The area has several cab companies and both Uber and Lyft operate in the area.

Healthcare

The Fargo / Moorhead area is home to some of the country's top healthcare institutions, offering high quality care with numerous specialties including Sanford Children's Hospital, a Children's Miracle Network Hospital and the Roger Maris Cancer Center. Other healthcare facilities include the following:

• Essentia Health
• Sanford Health
• Prairie St. Johns
• VA Hospital

Senior Living

With great healthcare facilities nearby, many seniors choose Fargo / Moorhead for their retirement and there are several senior housing options available in the area. 

• Bethany Retirement Living
• CHI Riverview
• Crossing at Waters Edge
• Edgewood Vista & Village
• Eventide Senior Living Communities
• Kind-er Care
• River Pointe of Moorhead
• The Evergreens
• Villa Maria
• Memory Care Resources

Academics

The Fargo / Moorhead / West Fargo area is home to some of the best schools, colleges and universities in the country.

• Public Schools
• Private Schools
• Colleges

Culture & Recreation

For the Whole Family

• Lakes Country - The land of 10,000 lakes just out the back door.
• Red River Zoo - A 20-acre zoo featuring a restored carousel.
• Rheault Farm - Host to festivals, events and classes all year. Shelter and bunkhouse can be rented for events.
• Fargodome - Home to sporting activities, Monster Trucks, Disney on Ice, concerts, Gate City Bank Theatre and many other community events.
• Fargo Air Museum - Showcase of aviation history, historic planes and exhibits.
• Red River Valley Fair - Held annually each July featuring concerts, 4-H exhibits and rides.
• Red River Valley Speedway - Dirt track and home to the World of Outlaws

Historical Attractions

• Bonanzaville - A step back in time into pioneer life featuring historic building and museums.
• Hjemkomst Center - Home to the famed viking ship, the Stave Church and the Chamber of Commerce.
• Roger Maris Museum - A showcase of one of Fargo's favorite sons—Roger Maris and his athletic career.

Sports & Recreation

• Fargo Moorhead Redhawks - Minor league baseball team that plays at Newman Outdoor Field.
• Fargo Force - A USHL hockey team that plays at Scheels Arena
• North Dakota State Athletics - The NDSU Bison {pronounced Bi-Zon) are the area's DI powerhouse, including its 17-time national champion football program.
• Minnesota State University Moorhead Athletics - The Dragons are the area's D2 program.
• Fargo Marathon - Held each May, known for its fast race time and flat course.

Performing & Fine Arts

• Fargo Moorhead Ballet
• Fargo Moorhead Community Theatre
• Fargo Moorhead Opera Company
• Fargo Moorhead Symphony Orchestra
• Trollwood at Bluestem
• Plains Art Museum
• Rourke Art Gallery Museum

Shopping

• West Acres Shopping Center
• Downtown Fargo
• Moorhead Center Mall

News Stations

• Valley News Live
• KVRR
• WDAY