Benedict, ND

North Dakota

Benedict is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 227. Residents earn $59,155 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
227 Population 908/sq mi density
$59,155 Median Income $23,475 per capita
$250,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$59,155 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$250,700 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,155
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $250,700
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.7%
74% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population227
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density908/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,155
Per Capita$23,475
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,016M
Commute17 min

Housing

A
Home Value$250,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain18.7 in/yr
Elevation2,105 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.7%
High School+99.3%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute17 min
Broadband83.0%
Libraries7

Is Benedict a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Benedict receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Benedict offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Benedict is $59,155, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Benedict is $250,700, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Benedict has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.7 inches, including 49.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Benedict has a population of 227 with a density of 908 people per square mile. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.8%), with 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

227
Total Population
908
People / sq mi
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.9%
Female 55.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Benedict vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Benedict vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Benedict is $59,155, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Benedict vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,155
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,475
Avg Weekly Wage$1,324
IRS Avg AGI$88,300

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)392
County GDP$1,016M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare21
Retail33
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,850
10% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Benedict is $250,700, 11% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,700
11% below US avg

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)$3,850
10% above US avg
Effective Rate1.54%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Premature Death10,092/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access38.7%
Healthcare Facilities21

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Benedict has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average40.5°F
25% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.7 inches
51% below US avg
Snowfall49.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,105 ft (642 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density908/sq mi
Coordinates47.8301°N, 101.0843°W
County FIPS38055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.1-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.4%
D 20.3%

Winner: Republican by 58.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.7%
74% below US avg
High School+99.3%
School Test Score5.74
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density908/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants21
Retail Stores33

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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