Argusville, ND

North Dakota

Argusville is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 568. Residents earn $160,089 per year, which is 113% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
568 Population 142/sq mi density
$160,089 Median Income $52,289 per capita
$350,000 Home Value $423,420 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$160,089 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$350,000 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
56.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $160,089
113% higher than US avg
Home Value $350,000
24% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 56.0%
66% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population568
Median Age36.2 yrs
Density142/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A+
Median Income$160,089
Per Capita$52,289
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$246M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$350,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$423,420

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain24.7 in/yr
Elevation887 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+56.0%
High School+98.9%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute25 min
Libraries1

Is Argusville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Argusville receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Argusville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Argusville is $160,089, which is significantly higher than the national average — 113% above $75,149. This places Argusville among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Argusville is $350,000, 24% above the national median. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Argusville is a highly educated community — 56.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Argusville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.7 inches, including 40.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Argusville has a population of 568 with a density of 142 people per square mile. The median age is 36.2 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.5%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

568
Total Population
142
People / sq mi
36.2yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.2%
Female 45.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Argusville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Argusville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Argusville is $160,089, which is 113% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Argusville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$160,089
113% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,289
Avg Weekly Wage$939
IRS Avg AGI$69,820

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)259
County GDP$246M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare17
Retail27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,057
41% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Work from Home11.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Argusville is $350,000, 24% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $423,420.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$350,000
24% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$423,420

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%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,057
41% below US avg
Effective Rate0.59%
In Argusville, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 16.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Argusville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.4%
4% above US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.2%
Physical Inactivity16.2%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress13.4%
Physical Distress9.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Checkup Rate74.3%
Premature Death7,593/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access40.4%
Healthcare Facilities17

Crime Rates: Argusville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Argusville has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average42.1°F
22% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.7 inches
35% below US avg
Snowfall40.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation887 ft (270 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.4 km²)
Population Density142/sq mi
Coordinates47.0501°N, 96.9431°W
County FIPS27107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 56.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.8%
D 37.5%

Winner: Republican by 22.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+56.0%
66% above US avg
High School+98.9%
School Test Score5.74
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density142/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants8
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Work from Home11.9%

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