Belcourt, ND

North Dakota

Belcourt is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 1,739. Residents earn $64,526 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,739 Population 299/sq mi density
$64,526 Median Income $23,870 per capita
$94,300 Home Value
$843 Median Rent
38°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$64,526 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$94,300 home value, $843/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
23.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,526
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $94,300
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.1%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $843
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 52.1%
62% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.6%
58% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,739
Median Age29.9 yrs
Density299/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,526
Per Capita$23,870
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty19.6%
County GDP$595M
Commute10 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$94,300
Rent$843
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity52.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease8.6%

Climate

Avg Temp38°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain20.1 in/yr
Elevation1,963 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.1%
High School+85.3%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 35% / D 63%
Commute10 min
Libraries2

Is Belcourt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Belcourt receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Belcourt offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Belcourt is $64,526, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. The poverty rate of 19.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Belcourt is $94,300, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $843 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Belcourt has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Belcourt has a population of 1,739 with a density of 299 people per square mile. The median age is 29.9 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (95.3%), with 3.5% White.

Population

1,739
Total Population
299
People / sq mi
29.9yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
5.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Belcourt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.2%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.8%
34% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Belcourt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Belcourt is $64,526, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.

Income: Belcourt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,526
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,870
Avg Weekly Wage$1,007
IRS Avg AGI$60,770

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.6%
58% above US avg
Establishments (County)287
County GDP$595M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare30
Retail43
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.1 min
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Belcourt is $94,300, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $843 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$94,300
67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$843
28% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied39.6%

Property Tax

In Belcourt, 52.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 36.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity52.1%
62% above US avg
Diabetes18.5%
Heart Disease8.6%
High Blood Pressure40.0%
Asthma14.6%
COPD9.9%
Stroke5.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity36.6%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress19.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.3%
Checkup Rate73.6%
Premature Death22,508/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access66.1%
Healthcare Facilities30

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Belcourt has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average38.2°F
29% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.1 inches
47% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,963 ft (598 m)
Area5.8 sq mi (15.0 km²)
Population Density299/sq mi
Coordinates48.8425°N, 99.7442°W
County FIPS38079
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 28.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 35.2%
D 63.2%

Winner: Democrat by 28.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.1%
31% below US avg
High School+85.3%
School Test Score5.74
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density299/sq mi
Total Area5.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities30
Restaurants24
Retail Stores43

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.1 min
Work from Home4.4%

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