Cogswell, ND

North Dakota

Cogswell is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 114. Residents earn $60,938 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
114 Population 345/sq mi density
$60,938 Median Income $37,206 per capita
$45,300 Home Value
$517 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$60,938 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$45,300 home value, $517/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,938
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $45,300
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.4%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $517
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population114
Median Age57.6 yrs
Density345/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans89.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,938
Per Capita$37,206
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,784M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$45,300
Rent$517
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.2%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain23.2 in/yr
Elevation1,303 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.4%
High School+77.6%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute29 min
Broadband52.0%
Libraries2

Is Cogswell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cogswell receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Cogswell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cogswell is $60,938, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cogswell is $45,300, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $517 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Cogswell has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Cogswell has a population of 114 with a density of 345 people per square mile. The median age is 57.6 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.2%), with 22.8% Hispanic.

Population

114
Total Population
345
People / sq mi
57.6yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.6%
Female 40.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Cogswell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.3%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cogswell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cogswell is $60,938, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Cogswell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,938
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,206
Avg Weekly Wage$1,227
IRS Avg AGI$82,176

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)191
County GDP$1,784M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare9
Retail14
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,433
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Cogswell is $45,300, 84% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $517 (56% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$45,300
84% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$517
56% 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-Occupied65.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,433
2% below US avg
Effective Rate7.58%
In Cogswell, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.2% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma9.2%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression19.2%
Mental Distress13.7%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Checkup Rate66.0%
Premature Death8,707/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.9/10
Exercise Access65.4%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Cogswell has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average41.5°F
23% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.2 inches
39% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,303 ft (397 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density345/sq mi
Coordinates46.1070°N, 97.7842°W
County FIPS38081
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 2.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.7-point margin. 52.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.5%
D 32.8%

Winner: Republican by 32.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.4%
93% below US avg
High School+77.6%
School Test Score5.74
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density345/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access52.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants12
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Work from Home6.7%

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