Fredonia, ND

North Dakota

Fredonia is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 41.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
41 Population 171/sq mi density
$56,900 Home Value
41°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $56,900
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.7%
39% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.2%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population41
Median Age57.5 yrs
Density171/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans29.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$31,512
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.2%
County GDP$152M
Commute27 min

Housing

Home Value$56,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units21

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain20.7 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation2,058 ft (627 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.7%
High School+93.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute27 min
Broadband21.0%
Libraries2

Is Fredonia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fredonia receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Fredonia has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fredonia is $56,900, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Fredonia has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.7 inches, including 42.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Fredonia has a population of 41 with a density of 171 people per square mile. The median age is 57.5 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%), with 7.3% Hispanic.

Population

41
Total Population
171
People / sq mi
57.5yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.1%
Female 43.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Fredonia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only72.0%
8% below US avg
Spanish28.0%
109% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Fredonia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fredonia is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Fredonia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$31,512
Avg Weekly Wage$893
IRS Avg AGI$64,394

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.2%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)141
County GDP$152M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare11
Retail18
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.4 min
Drive Alone40.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fredonia is $56,900, 80% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$56,900
80% 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%
Housing Units21
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Fredonia has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.7 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average41.3°F
24% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.7 inches
45% below US avg
Snowfall42.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,058 ft (627 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density171/sq mi
Coordinates46.3292°N, 99.0956°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS38051
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.4-point margin. 21.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82%
D 16.6%

Winner: Republican by 65.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.7%
39% below US avg
High School+93.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.74
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density171/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access21.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants10
Retail Stores18

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.4 min
Drive Alone40.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.0%

Nearby Cities

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