Blacktail, ND

North Dakota

Blacktail is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 107.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
107 Population 324/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $27,421 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
52.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 52.4%
55% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population107
Median Age64.3 yrs
Density324/mi²
Male / Female28% / 72%
Largest GroupWhite 59%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$27,421
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$7,473M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain15.1 in/yr
Elevation2,086 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+52.4%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 15%
CommuteN/A
Broadband37.0%
Libraries3

Is Blacktail a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blacktail receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Blacktail stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

Education

Blacktail is a highly educated community — 52.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Blacktail has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.1 inches, including 48.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Blacktail has a population of 107 with a density of 324 people per square mile. The median age is 64.3 years, 65% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (58.9%), with 41.1% Hispanic.

Population

107
Total Population
324
People / sq mi
64.3yrs
Median Age
65% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 28%
Female 72%

Race & Ethnicity

Blacktail vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Blacktail vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blacktail is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Blacktail vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$27,421
Avg Weekly Wage$1,759
IRS Avg AGI$108,171

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,228
County GDP$7,473M

Business (County)

Restaurants133
Healthcare101
Retail139
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,989
14% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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)$3,989
14% above US avg
In Blacktail, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.8%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress10.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate66.4%
Checkup Rate68.1%
Premature Death8,180/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access81.7%
Healthcare Facilities101

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Blacktail has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average41.7°F
23% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.1 inches
60% below US avg
Snowfall48.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,086 ft (636 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density324/sq mi
Coordinates48.4321°N, 103.7397°W
County FIPS38105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 52.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.1-point margin. 37.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.3%
D 15.2%

Winner: Republican by 68.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+52.4%
55% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.74
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density324/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access37.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities101
Restaurants133
Retail Stores139

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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