Glenburn, ND

North Dakota · Metropolitan Area

Glenburn is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 466. Residents earn $80,000 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
466 Population 1,553/sq mi density
$80,000 Median Income $33,827 per capita
$180,600 Home Value
$1,172 Median Rent 26.9% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$80,000 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$180,600 home value, $1,172/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,000
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $180,600
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,172
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

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

People

Population466
Median Age31.2 yrs
Density1,553/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans19.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,000
Per Capita$33,827
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty1.6%
County GDP$232M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$180,600
Rent$1,172
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden26.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain18.8 in/yr
Elevation1,565 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+94.1%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 15%
Commute24 min
Broadband94.4%
Libraries2

Is Glenburn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glenburn receives an overall livability score of 3.9 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 high obesity rates. Glenburn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glenburn is $80,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glenburn is $180,600, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,172 per month. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Glenburn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Glenburn has a population of 466 with a density of 1,553 people per square mile. The median age is 31.2 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%).

Population

466
Total Population
1,553
People / sq mi
31.2yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.9%
Female 43.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Glenburn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Glenburn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glenburn is $80,000, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Glenburn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,000
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,827
Avg Weekly Wage$992
IRS Avg AGI$86,051

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% below US avg
Establishments (County)139
County GDP$232M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare7
Retail17

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Drive Alone92.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Glenburn is $180,600, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,172 (1% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,600
36% below US avg
Median List Price$247,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$247,500
$/Sq Ft$154
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio93.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,172
1% above US avg
Rent Burden26.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$769
1 Bedroom$795
2 Bedrooms$965
3 Bedrooms$1,297
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.0%

Property Tax

In Glenburn, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.3%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Checkup Rate71.7%
Premature Death8,409/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access37.3%
Healthcare Facilities7

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Glenburn has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average40.2°F
26% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.8 inches
51% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,565 ft (477 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,553/sq mi
Coordinates48.5135°N, 101.2209°W
County FIPS38075
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.7-point margin. 94.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.5%
D 14.9%

Winner: Republican by 67.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.9%
56% below US avg
High School+94.1%
School Test Score5.74
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,553/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.4%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants13
Retail Stores17

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Drive Alone92.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

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