Brinsmade, ND

North Dakota

Brinsmade is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 28.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
28 Population 104/sq mi density
$9,999 Home Value
40°F Avg Temperature 274 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $9,999
96% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population28
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density104/mi²
Male / Female29% / 71%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans23.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$23,000
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$366M
Commute22 min

Housing

Home Value$9,999
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units11

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain19.7 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation1,562 ft (476 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+83.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 40%
Commute22 min
Broadband10.0%
Libraries2

Is Brinsmade a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brinsmade receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Brinsmade 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%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brinsmade is $9,999, 96% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Brinsmade has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 274 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Brinsmade has a population of 28 with a density of 104 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

28
Total Population
104
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 28.6%
Female 71.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Brinsmade vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Brinsmade vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brinsmade is N/A. 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 22 minutes.

Income: Brinsmade vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$23,000
Avg Weekly Wage$1,025
IRS Avg AGI$62,510

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)148
County GDP$366M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare4
Retail7

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Brinsmade is $9,999, 96% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$9,999
96% 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%
Housing Units11
Median Year Built1946

Property Tax

Brinsmade has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.7 inches. The area enjoys 274 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.5°F
27% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.7 inches
48% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,562 ft (476 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density104/sq mi
Coordinates48.1840°N, 99.3236°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS38005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.5-point margin. 10.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.3%
D 39.9%

Winner: Republican by 18.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+83.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.74
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density104/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access10.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants11
Retail Stores7

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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