Esmond, ND

North Dakota

Esmond is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 110.

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
110 Population 239/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $22,486 per capita
$70,000 Home Value
$648 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $70,000
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $648
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 15.8%
339% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.0%
150% higher than US avg

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

People

Population110
Median Age51.3 yrs
Density239/mi²
Male / Female56% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans98.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$22,486
Unemployment15.8%
Poverty31.0%
County GDP$267M
Commute15 min

Housing

Home Value$70,000
Rent$648
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F
AQI38 (Good)
Elevation1,631 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+84.8%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute15 min
Broadband67.0%
Libraries1

Is Esmond a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Esmond receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Esmond faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 15.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 31.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Esmond is $70,000, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $648 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Esmond 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Esmond has a population of 110 with a density of 239 people per square mile. The median age is 51.3 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.5%), with 4.5% Hispanic, 10.9% Black.

Population

110
Total Population
239
People / sq mi
51.3yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.5%
Female 44.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Esmond vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.8%
64% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Esmond vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Esmond is N/A. The unemployment rate is 15.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 31.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Esmond vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$22,486
Avg Weekly Wage$956
IRS Avg AGI$74,619

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.8%
339% above US avg
Poverty Rate31.0%
150% above US avg
Establishments (County)198
County GDP$267M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare9
Retail24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,267
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Esmond is $70,000, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $648 (44% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$70,000
75% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$648
44% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied53.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,267
7% below US avg
Effective Rate4.67%
In Esmond, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.2%
Checkup Rate72.4%
Premature Death7,691/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access67.9%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

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

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.1°F
28% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,631 ft (497 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density239/sq mi
Coordinates48.0331°N, 99.7648°W
County FIPS38069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.9-point margin. 67.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.4%
D 22.5%

Winner: Republican by 53.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.1%
70% below US avg
High School+84.8%
School Test Score5.74
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density239/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants14
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

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