Belfield, ND

North Dakota

Belfield is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 618. Residents earn $46,417 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
618 Population 368/sq mi density
$46,417 Median Income $40,937 per capita
$185,000 Home Value $241,992 Zillow
$675 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$46,417 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$185,000 home value, $675/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,417
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $185,000
34% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.4%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population618
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density368/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,417
Per Capita$40,937
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$118M
Commute24 min

Housing

A
Home Value$185,000
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$241,992

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property683/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary293/100K

Health

Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain17.5 in/yr
Elevation2,575 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.4%
High School+94.0%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 12%
Commute24 min
Libraries1

Is Belfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Belfield receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Belfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Belfield is $46,417, 38% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Belfield is $185,000, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Belfield is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 683 per 100,000, 65% below the national average.

Education

16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Belfield has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Belfield has a population of 618 with a density of 368 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 1.3% Black.

Population

618
Total Population
368
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Belfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.9%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.1%
47% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Belfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Belfield is $46,417, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Belfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,417
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,937
Avg Weekly Wage$937
IRS Avg AGI$81,174

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)89
County GDP$118M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare8
Retail13

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Work from Home8.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Belfield is $185,000, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $241,992.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$185,000
34% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$241,992

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% 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-Occupied81.9%

Property Tax

In Belfield, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.2%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.7%
Checkup Rate72.4%
Premature Death6,249/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.9/10
Healthcare Facilities8
Belfield has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 683 per 100,000 (65% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property682.9/100K
65% below US avg
Burglary292.7/100K
Theft195.1/100K
Vehicle Theft195.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Belfield has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.3°F
20% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.5 inches
54% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,575 ft (785 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density368/sq mi
Coordinates46.8868°N, 103.1955°W
County FIPS38033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.1%
D 12.4%

Winner: Republican by 73.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.4%
51% below US avg
High School+94.0%
School Test Score5.74
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density368/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants6
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Work from Home8.6%

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