Berthold, ND

North Dakota · Metropolitan Area

Berthold is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 444. Residents earn $90,972 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
444 Population 373/sq mi density
$90,972 Median Income $41,313 per capita
$209,100 Home Value $311,561 Zillow
$547 Median Rent 25.8% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$90,972 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$209,100 home value, $547/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,972
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $209,100
26% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.3%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $547
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

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

People

Population444
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density373/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans9.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$90,972
Per Capita$41,313
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty0.5%
County GDP$5,094M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$209,100
Rent$547
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$311,561
Rent Burden25.8%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,623/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity33.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain17.6 in/yr
Elevation2,107 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.3%
High School+97.0%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute23 min
Broadband85.6%
Libraries4

Is Berthold a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Berthold receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Berthold offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Berthold is $90,972, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Berthold is $209,100, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $547 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Berthold 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 1,623 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Berthold has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Berthold has a population of 444 with a density of 373 people per square mile. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%).

Population

444
Total Population
373
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.3%
Female 43.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Berthold vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Berthold vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Berthold is $90,972, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Berthold vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,972
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,313
Avg Weekly Wage$1,163
IRS Avg AGI$79,981

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,723
County GDP$5,094M

Business (County)

Restaurants176
Healthcare196
Retail284
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,178
77% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Berthold is $209,100, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $547 (53% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $311,561.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$209,100
26% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$311,561

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$547
53% below US avg
Rent Burden25.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,178
77% above US avg
Effective Rate2.95%
In Berthold, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.9% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.4%
4% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.7%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.9%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress14.5%
Physical Distress10.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.2%
Checkup Rate72.2%
Premature Death7,781/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access79.5%
Healthcare Facilities196
Berthold has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,623 per 100,000 (17% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Berthold 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 Property1,622.7/100K
17% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft1,622.7/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Berthold has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.2°F
22% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.6 inches
54% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,107 ft (642 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density373/sq mi
Coordinates48.3141°N, 101.7590°W
County FIPS38101
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.4-point margin. 85.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.9%
D 25.5%

Winner: Republican by 47.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.3%
40% below US avg
High School+97.0%
School Test Score5.74
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density373/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.6%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities196
Restaurants176
Retail Stores284

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

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