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Western State Bank in West Fargo

You’ll feel right at home with Western.

We’ve been in West Fargo for over 20 years and it’s no secret we’re proud to be part of the community. From supporting West Fargo High School, Horace High School and Sheyenne High School programs, to sponsoring Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber of Commerce events, to participating in the annual West Fest parade, we mean it when we say we’re your hometown bank.

At every stage of life, you get more than excellent banking benefits and customer service. Our Lil’ Buckaroo Club teaches kids about savings and puts on family-friendly events throughout the year. Our popular Good Neighbor Club offers account benefits and exclusive events for members ages 50 or better. And our Hometown Heroes program recognizes our friends and neighbors who serve the community every day.

Meet Our Team

Location Details

Address

755 13th Ave. E. West Fargo, ND 58078

Fax

701-277-9158

Monday-Friday

Drive up: 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Lobby: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Saturday

Drive up: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Lobby: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Ben Sullivan, VP/Retail Banking Manager

Ben is our Retail Banking Manager in West Fargo. He's been with Western State Bank since 2008. In addition to leading the retail team in West Fargo, Ben provides construction lending support to mortgage customers in the Fargo and West Fargo areas.

Ben and his team strive to provide quick, helpful service while ensuring customers feel valued through every interaction. Being a hometown bank means everyone works to help customers realize their dreams while giving them the personal attention they deserve. “We know our customers,” Ben shares. “They ask about our lives, we ask about theirs, and we all care about each other.”

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Options to fit your needs.

Your banking needs are as unique as you are. That's why we offer a variety of options for personal and business banking.

Founded in 1902 icon

Founded in 1902

Five Star Superior Rating by Bauer Financial icon

Five Star Superior Rating by Bauer Financial

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Recognized as a Best Regional Bank

What's different about Western?

We're a refreshing alternative to big-bank attitudes, policies, and service. You'll appreciate our welcoming and convenient locations, our fast service (both online and in our banks), and our competitive rates.

See the Western Difference

Meet our West Fargo team.

Matthew M. Oachs

Matthew M. Oachs

Market President

Cameron Avelsgard

Cameron Avelsgard

Assistant Vice President/Business Banking Officer

Kim Bossert

Kim Bossert

Senior Vice President/ND Mortgage Production Manager

Heather Gaukler

Heather Gaukler

Customer Service Manager

Blake Grenyo

Blake Grenyo

Personal Banker

Jacob Holland

Jacob Holland

Personal Banker

Tammy Hongess

Tammy Hongess

Personal Banker/Good Neighbor Club Director/Lil' Buckaroo Director

Jill Mattson

Jill Mattson

Assistant Vice President/Treasury Management Officer

Angie Scoville

Angie Scoville

Vice President/Mortgage and Construction Loan Officer

Ben Sullivan

Ben Sullivan

Vice President/Retail Banking Manager

"I wanted to reach out to say thank you. Western has been a very good bank to us and this is just another example of the help you provide!"

Chris and Samantha Bachmeier, Bachmeier Homes

"Angie and the team were great! I am a first-time homebuyer so I was new to the process. Angie and the team made things easy and helped guide me from start to finish. It was an awesome experience and I will recommend Angie to all my friends and family."

Hayden, Mortgage Customer, West Fargo

"At Western, the personal service is really different. The products are great, but their ultimate personal service really stands out."

Ron Schmitz, Ultimate Transportation