Embden, ND

North Dakota · Metropolitan Area

Embden is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 15.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
15 Population 21/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $73,520 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 33.3%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population15
Median Age58.5 yrs
Density21/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans15.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$73,520
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$19,105M
Commute60 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain24.2 in/yr
Elevation1,059 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.3%
High School+66.7%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 45%
Commute60 min
Broadband7.0%
Libraries8

Is Embden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Embden receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Embden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

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 60 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 66.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Embden has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.2 inches, including 36.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Embden has a population of 15 with a density of 21 people per square mile. The median age is 58.5 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

15
Total Population
21
People / sq mi
58.5yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Embden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Embden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Embden is N/A. 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 60 minutes.

Income: Embden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$73,520
Avg Weekly Wage$1,285
IRS Avg AGI$99,188

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,494
County GDP$19,105M

Business (County)

Restaurants480
Healthcare610
Retail678
Manufacturing197

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,730
149% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time59.7 min
Drive Alone33.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,730
149% above US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death6,730/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.5/10
Exercise Access89.0%
Healthcare Facilities610

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Embden has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average41.1°F
24% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.2 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall36.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,059 ft (323 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates46.8050°N, 97.4395°W
County FIPS38017
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 33.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.4-point margin. 7.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.3%
D 44.9%

Winner: Republican by 8.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.3%
1% below US avg
High School+66.7%
School Test Score5.74
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density21/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access7.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities610
Restaurants480
Retail Stores678

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute59.7 min
Drive Alone33.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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