Arthur, ND

North Dakota

Arthur is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 357. Residents earn $84,722 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
357 Population 233/sq mi density
$84,722 Median Income $43,760 per capita
$209,700 Home Value
$629 Median Rent 18.4% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$84,722 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$209,700 home value, $629/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,722
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $209,700
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.5%
4% lower than US avg
Median Rent $629
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population357
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density233/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans12.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$84,722
Per Capita$43,760
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty1.2%
County GDP$634M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$209,700
Rent$629
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden18.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain22.3 in/yr
Elevation993 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.5%
High School+91.4%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute24 min
Broadband90.2%
Libraries1

Is Arthur a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arthur receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Arthur stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arthur is $84,722, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arthur is $209,700, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $629 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

32.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Arthur has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Arthur has a population of 357 with a density of 233 people per square mile. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%).

Population

357
Total Population
233
People / sq mi
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56%
Female 44%

Race & Ethnicity

Arthur vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Arthur vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arthur is $84,722, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Arthur vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,722
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,760
Avg Weekly Wage$1,130
IRS Avg AGI$90,113

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)412
County GDP$634M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare18
Retail37
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,990
43% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Drive Alone79.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Arthur is $209,700, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $629 (46% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$209,700
26% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$629
46% below US avg
Rent Burden18.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,990
43% above US avg
Effective Rate2.38%
In Arthur, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 16.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.3%
4% above US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure27.1%
Asthma9.8%
COPD4.2%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.9%
Physical Inactivity16.5%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress13.4%
Physical Distress9.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate74.5%
Premature Death6,992/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.9/10
Exercise Access57.0%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Arthur has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average42.6°F
21% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.3 inches
41% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation993 ft (303 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density233/sq mi
Coordinates47.1043°N, 97.2184°W
County FIPS38097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 32.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.6-point margin. 90.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65%
D 33.3%

Winner: Republican by 31.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.5%
4% below US avg
High School+91.4%
School Test Score5.74
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density233/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.2%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants27
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Drive Alone79.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

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