Cathay, ND

North Dakota

Cathay is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 22.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
22 Population 122/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $13,295 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 16.7%
50% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population22
Median Age32.5 yrs
Density122/mi²
Male / Female23% / 77%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans12.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$13,295
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$444M
Commute26 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain20.8 in/yr
Elevation1,582 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.7%
High School+91.7%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute26 min
Broadband8.0%
Libraries1

Is Cathay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cathay receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Cathay has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Education

16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Cathay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Cathay has a population of 22 with a density of 122 people per square mile. The median age is 32.5 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%), with 4.5% Hispanic.

Population

22
Total Population
122
People / sq mi
32.5yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 22.7%
Female 77.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Cathay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Cathay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cathay is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Cathay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$13,295
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$83,996

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)207
County GDP$444M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare16
Retail26
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
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-Occupied75.0%

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death4,966/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access59.2%
Healthcare Facilities16

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Cathay has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average40.6°F
25% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.8 inches
45% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,582 ft (482 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density122/sq mi
Coordinates47.5539°N, 99.4113°W
County FIPS38103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.9-point margin. 8.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81%
D 18.1%

Winner: Republican by 62.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.7%
50% below US avg
High School+91.7%
School Test Score5.74
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density122/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access8.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants18
Retail Stores26

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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