Glen Ullin, ND

North Dakota · Metropolitan Area

Glen Ullin is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 662. Residents earn $48,558 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
662 Population 649/sq mi density
$48,558 Median Income $32,353 per capita
$105,500 Home Value $129,410 Zillow
$750 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$48,558 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,500 home value, $750/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,558
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,500
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.0%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population662
Median Age55.5 yrs
Density649/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,558
Per Capita$32,353
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty7.0%
County GDP$1,977M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,500
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$129,410

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain16.8 in/yr
Elevation2,100 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+90.5%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute27 min
Libraries4

Is Glen Ullin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glen Ullin receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Glen Ullin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glen Ullin is $48,558, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glen Ullin is $105,500, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Glen Ullin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.8 inches, including 37.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Glen Ullin has a population of 662 with a density of 649 people per square mile. The median age is 55.5 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.6%), with 2.9% Hispanic.

Population

662
Total Population
649
People / sq mi
55.5yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.9%
Female 57.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Glen Ullin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.4%
67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Glen Ullin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glen Ullin is $48,558, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Glen Ullin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,558
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,353
Avg Weekly Wage$1,128
IRS Avg AGI$89,797

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.0%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,238
County GDP$1,977M

Business (County)

Restaurants72
Healthcare74
Retail92
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,919
69% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.8 min
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Glen Ullin is $105,500, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $129,410.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,500
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$129,410

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% 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-Occupied81.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,919
69% above US avg
Effective Rate5.61%
In Glen Ullin, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Glen Ullin vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.2%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.3%
Checkup Rate72.7%
Premature Death7,421/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.5/10
Exercise Access76.6%
Healthcare Facilities74

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Glen Ullin has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.6°F
21% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.8 inches
56% below US avg
Snowfall37.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,100 ft (640 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density649/sq mi
Coordinates46.8117°N, 101.8335°W
County FIPS38059
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.9%
D 22.2%

Winner: Republican by 53.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+90.5%
School Test Score5.74
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density649/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities74
Restaurants72
Retail Stores92

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.8 min
Work from Home5.4%

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