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
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
14.3yrs
Median Age
63% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Fort Totten vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 88.8% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Spanish | 11.2% |
| 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.
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
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 59.3% |
| 378% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 207 |
| County GDP | $444M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 18 |
| Healthcare | 16 |
| Retail | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 9.8 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Monthly rent averages $363 (69% below US avg).
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
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
| Obesity | 47.1% |
| 47% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 17.4% |
| Heart Disease | 8.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.0% |
| Asthma | 14.3% |
| COPD | 9.1% |
| Stroke | 5.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.8% |
| Depression | 21.6% |
| Mental Distress | 20.1% |
| Physical Distress | 18.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.4% |
| Premature Death | 4,966/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
Crime Rates: Fort Totten vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
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 Average | 40.6°F |
| 25% below US avg |
| January Average | 8°F (-13°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 20.8 inches |
| 45% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,554 ft (474 m) |
| Area | 8.6 sq mi (22.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 108/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.9705°N, 99.0166°W |
| County FIPS | 38103 |