Emerado, ND

North Dakota · Metropolitan Area

Emerado is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 391. Residents earn $65,795 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
391 Population 1,261/sq mi density
$65,795 Median Income $33,844 per capita
$142,900 Home Value $218,505 Zillow
$725 Median Rent
40°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$65,795 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$142,900 home value, $725/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,795
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $142,900
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.2%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.1%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population391
Median Age36.5 yrs
Density1,261/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 74%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,795
Per Capita$33,844
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$5,920M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$142,900
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$218,505

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain21.7 in/yr
Elevation892 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.2%
High School+93.3%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 40%
Commute20 min
Libraries3

Is Emerado a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Emerado receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Emerado stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Emerado is $65,795, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Emerado is $142,900, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 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

23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Emerado has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.7 inches, including 48.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Emerado has a population of 391 with a density of 1,261 people per square mile. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.2%), with 7.7% Hispanic, 9.7% Black.

Population

391
Total Population
1,261
People / sq mi
36.5yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Emerado vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.0%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.0%
55% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Emerado vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Emerado is $65,795, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Emerado vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,795
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,844
Avg Weekly Wage$1,145
IRS Avg AGI$82,164

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.1%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,774
County GDP$5,920M

Business (County)

Restaurants198
Healthcare185
Retail274
Manufacturing55

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,219
106% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.7 min
Work from Home2.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Emerado is $142,900, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $218,505.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$142,900
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$218,505

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% 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-Occupied62.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,219
106% above US avg
Effective Rate5.05%
In Emerado, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma10.6%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.3%
Physical Inactivity20.4%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress14.5%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.2%
Checkup Rate73.7%
Premature Death6,701/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access89.3%
Healthcare Facilities185

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Emerado has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average39.8°F
26% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.7 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall48.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation892 ft (272 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,261/sq mi
Coordinates47.9286°N, 97.3616°W
County FIPS38035
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.3%
D 40.1%

Winner: Republican by 18.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.2%
31% below US avg
High School+93.3%
School Test Score5.74
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,261/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities185
Restaurants198
Retail Stores274

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.7 min
Work from Home2.1%

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