Edgeley, ND

North Dakota

Edgeley is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 672. Residents earn $45,556 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
672 Population 896/sq mi density
$45,556 Median Income $33,778 per capita
$99,100 Home Value
$518 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$45,556 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$99,100 home value, $518/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,556
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $99,100
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.3%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $518
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population672
Median Age55.6 yrs
Density896/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,556
Per Capita$33,778
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$341M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$99,100
Rent$518
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain21.2 in/yr
Elevation1,551 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.3%
High School+94.9%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute13 min
Libraries3

Is Edgeley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Edgeley receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Edgeley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Edgeley is $45,556, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Edgeley is $99,100, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $518 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Edgeley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Edgeley has a population of 672 with a density of 896 people per square mile. The median age is 55.6 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.5%).

Population

672
Total Population
896
People / sq mi
55.6yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.3%
Female 56.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Edgeley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Edgeley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Edgeley is $45,556, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Edgeley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,556
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,778
Avg Weekly Wage$981
IRS Avg AGI$88,186

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg
Establishments (County)239
County GDP$341M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare15
Retail19
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.1 min
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Edgeley is $99,100, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $518 (55% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$99,100
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$518
55% 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-Occupied80.2%

Property Tax

In Edgeley, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.1%
Checkup Rate72.5%
Premature Death5,760/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access29.5%
Healthcare Facilities15

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Edgeley has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.5°F
21% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.2 inches
44% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,551 ft (473 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density896/sq mi
Coordinates46.3624°N, 98.7126°W
County FIPS38045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.5%
D 21.5%

Winner: Republican by 55.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.3%
52% below US avg
High School+94.9%
School Test Score5.74
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density896/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants14
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.1 min
Work from Home2.6%

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