Binford, ND

North Dakota

Binford is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 148. Residents earn $32,813 per year, which is 56% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
148 Population 423/sq mi density
$32,813 Median Income $26,220 per capita
$72,600 Home Value $120,346 Zillow
$354 Median Rent 18.8% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$32,813 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,600 home value, $354/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,813
56% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,600
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.8%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $354
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population148
Median Age56.8 yrs
Density423/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$32,813
Per Capita$26,220
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$204M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,600
Rent$354
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$120,346
Rent Burden18.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain21.1 in/yr
Elevation1,521 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.8%
High School+85.3%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute25 min
Broadband89.0%
Libraries1

Is Binford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Binford receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Binford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Binford is $32,813, 56% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Binford is $72,600, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $354 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.8% 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

Binford has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.1 inches, including 59.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Binford has a population of 148 with a density of 423 people per square mile. The median age is 56.8 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

148
Total Population
423
People / sq mi
56.8yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.6%
Female 57.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Binford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Binford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Binford is $32,813, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Binford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,813
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,220
Avg Weekly Wage$1,011
IRS Avg AGI$78,546

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% below US avg
Establishments (County)107
County GDP$204M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare4
Retail9
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Work from Home2.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Binford is $72,600, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $354 (70% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $120,346.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,600
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$120,346

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$354
70% below US avg
Rent Burden18.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.8%

Property Tax

In Binford, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.4%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress15.0%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.8%
Checkup Rate72.4%
Premature Death4,661/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.4/10
Exercise Access45.7%
Healthcare Facilities4

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Binford has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average40.4°F
25% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.1 inches
44% below US avg
Snowfall59.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,521 ft (464 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density423/sq mi
Coordinates47.5604°N, 98.3456°W
County FIPS38039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.5-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.9%
D 23.4%

Winner: Republican by 51.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.8%
59% below US avg
High School+85.3%
School Test Score5.74
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density423/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants7
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Work from Home2.7%

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