North Dakota
Buxton is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 356. Residents earn $93,750 per year, which is 25% above the national average.
Based on current data, Buxton receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Buxton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Buxton is $93,750, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
The median home value in Buxton is $173,500, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $688 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Buxton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.8 inches, including 48.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
| English Only | 99.4% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.6% |
| 96% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $93,750 |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $39,272 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,130 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $90,113 |
| Unemployment | 1.3% |
| 64% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 3.0% |
| 76% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 412 |
| County GDP | $634M |
| Restaurants | 27 |
| Healthcare | 18 |
| Retail | 37 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,990 |
| 43% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.88% |
| Commute Time | 23.6 min |
| Work from Home | 5.4% |
| Census Median | $173,500 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $688 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
| Owner-Occupied | 85.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,990 |
| 43% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.88% |
| Obesity | 38.8% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.2% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 5.3% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 23.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.2% |
| Depression | 21.5% |
| Mental Distress | 15.3% |
| Physical Distress | 11.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 99.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.9% |
| Premature Death | 6,992/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 57.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Annual Average | 40.5°F |
| 25% below US avg | |
| January Average | 7°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 22.8 inches |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 48.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 933 ft (284 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,079/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.6021°N, 97.0975°W |
| County FIPS | 38097 |
Winner: Republican by 31.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 22.4% |
| 34% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.74 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,079/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.3 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
| Restaurants | 27 |
| Retail Stores | 37 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 23.6 min |
| Work from Home | 5.4% |