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Caledonia, ND

North Dakota

Caledonia is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 68.

1.4 /5.0
F Poor
68 Population 131/sq mi density
$80,900 Home Value
40°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
F
Overall
1.4 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $80,900
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.4%
87% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population68
Median Age65.7 yrs
Density131/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans68.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$41,318
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$246M
Commute52 min

Housing

Home Value$80,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units39
Rent Burden27.1%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain25.0 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation858 ft (262 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.4%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute52 min
Broadband40.0%
Libraries1

Is Caledonia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Caledonia receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Caledonia faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

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 52 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Caledonia is $80,900, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below 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

Caledonia has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Caledonia has a population of 68 with a density of 131 people per square mile. The median age is 65.7 years, 69% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

68
Total Population
131
People / sq mi
65.7yrs
Median Age
69% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Caledonia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Caledonia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Caledonia 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 52 minutes.

Income: Caledonia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$41,318
Avg Weekly Wage$939
IRS Avg AGI$69,820

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)259
County GDP$246M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare17
Retail27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,057
41% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time51.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Caledonia is $80,900, 71% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,900
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.1%

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 Units39
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,057
41% below US avg
Effective Rate2.54%
Caledonia has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.0 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average40.0°F
26% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.0 inches
34% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation858 ft (262 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density131/sq mi
Coordinates47.4577°N, 96.8891°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.2-point margin. 40.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.8%
D 37.5%

Winner: Republican by 22.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.4%
87% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.74
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density131/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access40.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants8
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute51.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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