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Bathgate, ND

North Dakota

Bathgate is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 56.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
56 Population 200/sq mi density
$43,800 Home Value
38°F Avg Temperature 269 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $43,800
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.6%
36% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 57.1%
360% higher than US avg

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

People

Population56
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density200/mi²
Male / Female66% / 34%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans37.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$55,786
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty57.1%
County GDP$813M
Commute25 min

Housing

Home Value$43,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units20
Rent Burden23.0%

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (4°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain22.1 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation821 ft (250 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.6%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+22.2%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute25 min
Broadband16.0%
Libraries3

Is Bathgate a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bathgate receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Bathgate has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 57.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bathgate is $43,800, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Bathgate has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Bathgate has a population of 56 with a density of 200 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.3%), with 10.7% Black.

Population

56
Total Population
200
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 66.1%
Female 33.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Bathgate vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.0%
6% above US avg
Spanish17.0%
27% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bathgate vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bathgate is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 57.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Bathgate vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$55,786
Avg Weekly Wage$1,124
IRS Avg AGI$93,726

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate57.1%
360% above US avg
Establishments (County)411
County GDP$813M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare19
Retail40
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,000
14% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Drive Alone27.8%
Public Transit33.3%
Work from Home38.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Bathgate is $43,800, 84% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$43,800
84% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden23.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.8%
Housing Units20
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,000
14% below US avg
Effective Rate6.85%
Bathgate has an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.1 inches. The area enjoys 269 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-16°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average38.4°F
29% below US avg
January Average4°F (-16°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.1 inches
42% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation821 ft (250 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density200/sq mi
Coordinates48.8804°N, 97.4739°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS38067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.3-point margin. 16.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.1%
D 22.8%

Winner: Republican by 53.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.6%
36% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+22.2%
School Test Score5.74
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density200/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants16
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Drive Alone27.8%
Public Transit33.3%
Work from Home38.9%

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