lifeinWilliston Community GuideTable of Contents lifeinWillistonWelcome to Williston Nestled near the confluence of the Yellowstone and Missouri Rivers, Williston has historically been the economic center of northwest North Dakota. Williston continues to thrive economically due to the city’s agricultural heritage and its position as a hub city in the world class Bakken oil industry. With the resurgence of oil, there has also been a surge of new opportunities for Williston and the Western Region. Today, the City of Williston is home to more than 25,000 people. Over past the 10 years, the population has grown, but so has our vibrant community. Over 2 billion dollars has provided new housing and infrastructure to meet the needs of this dynamic community. Williston’s future is bright for both current residents and for those looking for a place to expand and improve their quality of life. Williston is continuously adding features to attract and retain young families. In 2019, Williston will open a new international airport north of the city. The airport will allow for improved air service for our growing economic base. About WillistonRanked by USA Today as one of America’s 50 best places to live lifeinWillistonWelcome to Williston Facts • Williston is located in Williams County • Williston was founded in 1887 when the Great Northern Railroad arrived • City limits encompass about 52 square miles Climate • Williston offers 14 or more hours of daylight in the summer months • From May to September, Williston has an average temperature of above 73 degrees with an average high in the mid 80’s in July • From November to March, the temperature averages in the 20’s Williston ranked #1 Small City with Strongest Economy - Forbes 2018 Median Age 30 Population 26,677 MaleFemale 54% 46% * Information supplied by Applied Geographics Solutions - December 2018lifeinWilliston Williston ranked #3 in top 11 cities for millennial home buyers 55% of home buyers in Williston were millennials - Business Insider 2017 Williams County is one of the Top 40 Places Where Young People Are Moving - USA Today 2018 Williston ranked #1 Place for Job Opportunities - Forbes 2018 North Dakota ranked #1 for Quality of Life Beyond enjoying the outdoors, exercising your mind and body is as easy as taking advantage of the many parks and trail systems, gyms, and studios. Staying healthy has never been easier with the newly built Williston Area Recreation Center (ARC). The ARC features many amenities including a pools, an indoor turf field, tennis and raquetball courts, a walking track and a variety of fitness and cardio equipment, and exercise classes. - Fortune 2018Welcome to Williston Agriculture plays a huge role in Williston’s economy. Twenty- three different crops are currently grown in the Williston region. The vast array of crop colors create beautiful scenery during harvest time. North Dakota is ranked number 1 in the production of spring wheat, durum, canola, flaxseed, dried beans, dried peas and honey. Oil was first discovered in 1951 in the Bakken. North Dakota has reached new records in both oil and gas production with 20 to 60 years of drilling activity in the future. The advancement of technology has made drilling rigs even twice as proficient as they were in 2014. Agriculture Oil & GaslifeinWilliston Whether it is an accountant, attorney, dentist or loan officer you are looking for in Williston, you will find choices. As Williston has grown over the last decade, the influx of new residents has brought with it additional professional services. Entrepreneurs play a major role in Williston’s economy. Whether it is in the restaurant, retail or oil and gas industry, you will find entrepreneurs that have made their start. These businesses offer a personal touch to Williston that makes it a very welcoming community. These businesses have greatly diversified Williston’s economy. Entrepreneurs Professional ServicesNext >