Crary, ND

North Dakota

Crary is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 131. Residents earn $70,000 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
131 Population 138/sq mi density
$70,000 Median Income $31,308 per capita
$75,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
40°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,000 home value
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,000
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.3%
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population131
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density138/mi²
Male / Female57% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 70%
Veterans87.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,000
Per Capita$31,308
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$883M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.7%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain20.0 in/yr
Elevation1,482 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.3%
High School+92.7%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute30 min
Broadband54.0%
Libraries1

Is Crary a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crary receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Crary stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crary is $70,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crary is $75,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Crary has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Crary has a population of 131 with a density of 138 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.5%), with 19.1% Hispanic, 2.3% Black.

Population

131
Total Population
138
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.5%
Female 43.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Crary vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.7%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.3%
23% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Crary vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crary is $70,000, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Crary vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,000
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,308
Avg Weekly Wage$977
IRS Avg AGI$79,780

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)525
County GDP$883M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare54
Retail74
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,880
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Crary is $75,000, 73% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% below US avg

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-Occupied94.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,880
39% above US avg
Effective Rate6.51%
In Crary, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.7% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma9.5%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.4%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression19.7%
Mental Distress13.7%
Physical Distress10.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.8%
Checkup Rate73.3%
Premature Death10,641/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access80.0%
Healthcare Facilities54

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Crary has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average40.2°F
26% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.0 inches
47% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,482 ft (452 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density138/sq mi
Coordinates48.0750°N, 98.6332°W
County FIPS38071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.3-point margin. 54.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.4%
D 29.1%

Winner: Republican by 40.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.3%
46% below US avg
High School+92.7%
School Test Score5.74
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density138/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities54
Restaurants46
Retail Stores74

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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