Cannon Ball, ND

North Dakota

Cannon Ball is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 859. Residents earn $33,542 per year, which is 55% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
859 Population 10/sq mi density
$33,542 Median Income $12,966 per capita
$128,100 Home Value
$458 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$33,542 median income, 7.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$128,100 home value, $458/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,542
55% lower than US avg
Home Value $128,100
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.2%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $458
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 48.5%
51% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
108% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 38.2%
208% higher than US avg

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

People

Population859
Median Age26.4 yrs
Density10/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 4%

Economy

D
Median Income$33,542
Per Capita$12,966
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty38.2%
County GDP$178M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$128,100
Rent$458
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity48.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease9.2%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI38 (Good)
Elevation1,839 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.2%
High School+87.4%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute28 min
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Cannon Ball a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cannon Ball receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Cannon Ball has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cannon Ball is $33,542, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 38.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cannon Ball is $128,100, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $458 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Cannon Ball has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Cannon Ball has a population of 859 with a density of 10 people per square mile. The median age is 26.4 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (95.2%), with 4.2% White.

Population

859
Total Population
10
People / sq mi
26.4yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg
88.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Cannon Ball vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.5%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.5%
44% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cannon Ball vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cannon Ball is $33,542, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 38.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Cannon Ball vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,542
55% below US avg
Per Capita Income$12,966
Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$72,513

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above US avg
Poverty Rate38.2%
208% above US avg
Establishments (County)166
County GDP$178M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare11
Retail21
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Work from Home14.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cannon Ball is $128,100, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $458 (61% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$128,100
55% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$458
61% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied44.0%

Property Tax

In Cannon Ball, 48.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.0% report depression. 37.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cannon Ball vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity48.5%
51% above US avg
Diabetes19.3%
Heart Disease9.2%
High Blood Pressure40.3%
Asthma14.6%
COPD11.0%
Stroke5.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity37.9%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress20.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.3%
Checkup Rate73.5%
Premature Death10,037/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access39.1%
Healthcare Facilities11

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Cannon Ball has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.2°F
20% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,839 ft (561 m)
Area88.3 sq mi (228.6 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates46.3237°N, 100.6294°W
County FIPS38029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 77.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.3%
D 10.7%

Winner: Republican by 77.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.2%
79% below US avg
High School+87.4%
School Test Score5.74
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density10/sq mi
Total Area88.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants12
Retail Stores21

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Work from Home14.0%

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