Amidon, ND

North Dakota

Amidon is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 17.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
17 Population 27/sq mi density
$47,500 Home Value
45°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
46.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $47,500
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 46.7%
39% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 50.0%
303% higher than US avg

How Amidon Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population17
Median Age64.8 yrs
Density27/mi²
Male / Female71% / 29%
Largest GroupWhite 53%
Veterans15.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,488
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty50.0%
County GDP$45M
Commute7 min

Housing

Home Value$47,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units24

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation2,902 ft (885 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+46.7%
High School+80.0%
Graduate+20.7%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 91% / D 9%
Commute7 min
Broadband9.0%

Is Amidon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Amidon receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Amidon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 50.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Amidon is $47,500, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 46.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 80.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Amidon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Amidon has a population of 17 with a density of 27 people per square mile. The median age is 64.8 years, 67% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52.9%), with 47.1% Hispanic.

Population

17
Total Population
27
People / sq mi
64.8yrs
Median Age
67% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 70.6%
Female 29.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Amidon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Amidon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Amidon is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 50.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes.

Income: Amidon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,488
Avg Weekly Wage$1,194
IRS Avg AGI$76,840

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate50.0%
303% above US avg
Establishments (County)14
County GDP$45M

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time7.0 min
Drive Alone40.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home60.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Amidon is $47,500, 83% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$47,500
83% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$769
1 Bedroom$795
2 Bedrooms$965
3 Bedrooms$1,297
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units24
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Amidon has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area enjoys 253 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.5°F
18% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,902 ft (885 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density27/sq mi
Coordinates46.4822°N, 103.3196°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS38087
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 46.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 82.2-point margin. 9.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 90.7%
D 8.5%

Winner: Republican by 82.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+46.7%
39% above US avg
High School+80.0%
Graduate Degree+20.7%
School Test Score5.74
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density27/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access9.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute7.0 min
Drive Alone40.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home60.0%

Nearby Cities

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