Flaxton, ND

North Dakota

Flaxton is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 24. Residents earn $23,750 per year, which is 68% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
24 Population 86/sq mi density
$23,750 Median Income $35,342 per capita
$38,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
38°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$23,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$38,500 home value
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,750
68% lower than US avg
Home Value $38,500
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.0%
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population24
Median Age60.5 yrs
Density86/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans24.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$23,750
Per Capita$35,342
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$293M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$38,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp38°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain15.7 in/yr
Elevation1,931 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.0%
High School+79.2%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 12%
Commute18 min
Broadband19.0%
Libraries1

Is Flaxton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Flaxton receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Flaxton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Flaxton is $23,750, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Flaxton is $38,500, 86% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Flaxton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Flaxton has a population of 24 with a density of 86 people per square mile. The median age is 60.5 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.7%).

Population

24
Total Population
86
People / sq mi
60.5yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.2%
Female 45.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Flaxton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Flaxton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Flaxton is $23,750, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Flaxton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,750
68% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,342
Avg Weekly Wage$1,329
IRS Avg AGI$93,079

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)126
County GDP$293M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare4
Retail9

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Flaxton is $38,500, 86% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$38,500
86% below US avg

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

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death5,189/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access12.7%
Healthcare Facilities4

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Flaxton has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average37.9°F
30% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.7 inches
59% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,931 ft (589 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density86/sq mi
Coordinates48.8963°N, 102.3911°W
County FIPS38013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 74.1-point margin. 19.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.5%
D 12.4%

Winner: Republican by 74.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.0%
26% below US avg
High School+79.2%
School Test Score5.74
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density86/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access19.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants8
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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