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Dazey, ND

North Dakota

Dazey is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 70. Residents earn $41,136 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
70 Population 184/sq mi density
$41,136 Median Income $29,850 per capita
39°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$41,136 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,136
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
42% lower than US avg

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

People

Population70
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density184/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans48.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,136
Per Capita$29,850
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$204M
Commute25 min

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking12.2%
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain22.0 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,435 ft (437 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+98.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute25 min
Broadband40.0%
Libraries1

Is Dazey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dazey receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Dazey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dazey is $41,136, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Dazey has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.0 inches, including 42.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Dazey has a population of 70 with a density of 184 people per square mile. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.9%), with 7.1% Hispanic.

Population

70
Total Population
184
People / sq mi
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.1%
Female 42.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Dazey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Dazey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dazey is $41,136, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Dazey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,136
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,850
Avg Weekly Wage$1,011
IRS Avg AGI$78,546

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
42% below US avg
Establishments (County)107
County GDP$204M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare4
Retail9
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Drive Alone95.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

In Dazey, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 12.2% are current smokers. 21.1% report depression. 19.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.6%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.2%
13% below US avg
Binge Drinking24.6%
Physical Inactivity19.5%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress14.3%
Physical Distress10.1%
Short Sleep31.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.2%
Dental Visits67.0%
Premature Death4,661/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.4/10
Exercise Access45.7%
Healthcare Facilities4
Dazey has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.0 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.4°F
27% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.0 inches
42% below US avg
Snowfall42.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,435 ft (437 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density184/sq mi
Coordinates47.1884°N, 98.2007°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS38039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.5-point margin. 40.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.9%
D 23.4%

Winner: Republican by 51.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+98.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.74
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density184/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access40.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants7
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone95.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%

Nearby Cities

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