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Coleharbor, ND

North Dakota

Coleharbor is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 76. Residents earn $81,250 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
76 Population 422/sq mi density
$81,250 Median Income $46,112 per capita
$97,500 Home Value $347,063 Zillow
42°F Avg Temperature 273 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$81,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,500 home value
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,250
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $97,500
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.6%
95% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.4%
40% higher than US avg

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

People

Population76
Median Age58.3 yrs
Density422/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans70.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$81,250
Per Capita$46,112
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty17.4%
County GDP$1,016M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$347,063
Housing Units53
Rent Burden23.3%

Health

Obesity40.1%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking13.1%
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain18.2 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation1,902 ft (580 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.6%
High School+95.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute25 min
Broadband40.0%
Libraries7

Is Coleharbor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coleharbor receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Coleharbor offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coleharbor is $81,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 17.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Coleharbor is $97,500, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

1.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Coleharbor has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.2 inches, including 42.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Coleharbor has a population of 76 with a density of 422 people per square mile. The median age is 58.3 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%), with 2.6% Hispanic.

Population

76
Total Population
422
People / sq mi
58.3yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.6%
Female 43.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Coleharbor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Coleharbor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coleharbor is $81,250, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Coleharbor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,250
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,112
Avg Weekly Wage$1,324
IRS Avg AGI$88,300

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.4%
40% above US avg
Establishments (County)392
County GDP$1,016M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare21
Retail33
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,850
10% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Coleharbor is $97,500, 65% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $347,063.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,500
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$347,063

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden23.3%

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 Units53
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,850
10% above US avg
Effective Rate3.95%
In Coleharbor, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 13.1% are current smokers. 23.1% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.1%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.2%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress11.2%
Short Sleep33.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.1%
Dental Visits67.9%
Premature Death10,092/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access38.7%
Healthcare Facilities21
Coleharbor has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.2 inches. The area enjoys 273 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average41.5°F
23% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.2 inches
52% below US avg
Snowfall42.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,902 ft (580 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density422/sq mi
Coordinates47.5425°N, 101.2214°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS38055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 1.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (95% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.1-point margin. 40.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.4%
D 20.3%

Winner: Republican by 58.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.6%
95% below US avg
High School+95.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.74
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density422/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access40.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants21
Retail Stores33

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

Nearby Cities

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