Deering, ND

North Dakota · Metropolitan Area

Deering is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 123. Residents earn $68,750 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
123 Population 1,538/sq mi density
$68,750 Median Income $27,357 per capita
$111,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$68,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,200 home value
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,750
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $111,200
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.7%
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population123
Median Age47.1 yrs
Density1,538/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans71.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,750
Per Capita$27,357
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$5,094M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain16.7 in/yr
Elevation1,547 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.7%
High School+83.5%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute29 min
Broadband41.0%
Libraries4

Is Deering a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Deering receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Deering stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Deering is $68,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 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 Deering is $111,200, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Deering has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.7 inches, including 45.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Deering has a population of 123 with a density of 1,538 people per square mile. The median age is 47.1 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.2%), with 4.1% Hispanic.

Population

123
Total Population
1,538
People / sq mi
47.1yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.7%
Female 42.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Deering vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.1%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.9%
56% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Deering vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Deering is $68,750, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Deering vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,750
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,357
Avg Weekly Wage$1,163
IRS Avg AGI$79,981

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,723
County GDP$5,094M

Business (County)

Restaurants176
Healthcare196
Retail284
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,178
77% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.2 min
Work from Home16.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Deering is $111,200, 61% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,200
61% 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-Occupied82.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,178
77% above US avg
Effective Rate5.56%
In Deering, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.2% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.4%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress14.8%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Checkup Rate67.7%
Premature Death7,781/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access79.5%
Healthcare Facilities196

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Deering has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.4°F
20% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.7 inches
56% below US avg
Snowfall45.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,547 ft (472 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density1,538/sq mi
Coordinates48.3958°N, 101.0498°W
County FIPS38101
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 24.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.4-point margin. 41.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.9%
D 25.5%

Winner: Republican by 47.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.7%
27% below US avg
High School+83.5%
School Test Score5.74
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,538/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access41.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities196
Restaurants176
Retail Stores284

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.2 min
Work from Home16.7%

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