Fort Totten, ND

North Dakota

Fort Totten is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 930. Residents earn $28,750 per year, which is 62% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
930 Population 108/sq mi density
$28,750 Median Income $7,100 per capita
N/A Home Value
$363 Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$28,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$363/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,750
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $363
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.1%
47% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 59.3%
378% higher than US avg

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

People

Population930
Median Age14.3 yrs
Density108/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 3%

Economy

C
Median Income$28,750
Per Capita$7,100
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty59.3%
County GDP$444M
Commute10 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$363
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity47.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease8.4%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain20.8 in/yr
Elevation1,554 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+68.2%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute10 min
Libraries1

Is Fort Totten a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fort Totten receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Fort Totten offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fort Totten is $28,750, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 59.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $363 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Fort Totten 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 20.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Fort Totten has a population of 930 with a density of 108 people per square mile. The median age is 14.3 years, 63% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (97.3%), with 2.5% White.

Population

930
Total Population
108
People / sq mi
14.3yrs
Median Age
63% below US avg
8.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.4%
Female 59.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Fort Totten vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.8%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.2%
16% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fort Totten vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fort Totten is $28,750, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 59.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.

Income: Fort Totten vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,750
62% below US avg
Per Capita Income$7,100
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$83,996

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate59.3%
378% above US avg
Establishments (County)207
County GDP$444M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare16
Retail26
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time9.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $363 (69% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$363
69% 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-Occupied50.4%

Property Tax

In Fort Totten, 47.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 34.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Fort Totten vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.1%
47% above US avg
Diabetes17.4%
Heart Disease8.4%
High Blood Pressure39.0%
Asthma14.3%
COPD9.1%
Stroke5.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity34.8%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress18.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.0%
Checkup Rate73.4%
Premature Death4,966/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access59.2%
Healthcare Facilities16

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Fort Totten 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 20.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average40.6°F
25% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.8 inches
45% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,554 ft (474 m)
Area8.6 sq mi (22.3 km²)
Population Density108/sq mi
Coordinates47.9705°N, 99.0166°W
County FIPS38103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81%
D 18.1%

Winner: Republican by 62.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+68.2%
School Test Score5.74
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density108/sq mi
Total Area8.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants18
Retail Stores26

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute9.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

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