Edmore, ND

North Dakota

Edmore is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 274. Residents earn $68,274 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
274 Population 913/sq mi density
$68,274 Median Income $40,668 per capita
$55,000 Home Value
$843 Median Rent 12.1% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$68,274 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$55,000 home value, $843/mo rent
A+
Education
4.5 / 5.0
44.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,274
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $55,000
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 44.3%
31% higher than US avg
Median Rent $843
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population274
Median Age72.1 yrs
Density913/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans1.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,274
Per Capita$40,668
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$883M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$55,000
Rent$843
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden12.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain20.2 in/yr
Elevation1,525 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.3%
High School+87.3%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute15 min
Broadband39.2%
Libraries1

Is Edmore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Edmore receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Edmore stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Edmore is $68,274, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Edmore is $55,000, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $843 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 87.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Edmore has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.2 inches, including 42.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Edmore has a population of 274 with a density of 913 people per square mile. The median age is 72.1 years, 85% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.8%), with 2.6% Hispanic.

Population

274
Total Population
913
People / sq mi
72.1yrs
Median Age
85% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.6%
Female 39.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Edmore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.9%
2% above US avg
Spanish20.1%
50% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Edmore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Edmore is $68,274, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Edmore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,274
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,668
Avg Weekly Wage$977
IRS Avg AGI$79,780

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% 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 Rate8.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.8 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Edmore is $55,000, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $843 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$55,000
80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$843
28% below US avg
Rent Burden12.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$769
1 Bedroom$795
2 Bedrooms$965
3 Bedrooms$1,297
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied47.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,880
39% above US avg
Effective Rate8.87%
In Edmore, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.2% report depression. 18.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma9.4%
COPD4.6%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.0%
Physical Inactivity18.9%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress13.8%
Physical Distress10.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Checkup Rate72.9%
Premature Death10,641/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Edmore has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average38.6°F
29% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.2 inches
47% below US avg
Snowfall42.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,525 ft (465 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density913/sq mi
Coordinates48.4124°N, 98.4536°W
County FIPS38071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 44.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.3-point margin. 39.2% 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+44.3%
31% above US avg
High School+87.3%
School Test Score5.74
A+ Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density913/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access39.2%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities54
Restaurants46
Retail Stores74

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.8 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.3%

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