Granville, ND

North Dakota · Metropolitan Area

Granville is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 277. Residents earn $95,000 per year, which is 26% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
277 Population 866/sq mi density
$95,000 Median Income $34,204 per capita
$103,100 Home Value
$825 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$95,000 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,100 home value, $825/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,000
26% higher than US avg
Home Value $103,100
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.6%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population277
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density866/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,000
Per Capita$34,204
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$279M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$103,100
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden32.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Elevation1,513 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.6%
High School+91.1%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute36 min
Libraries1

Is Granville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Granville receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Granville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Granville is $95,000, 26% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Granville is $103,100, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Granville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Granville has a population of 277 with a density of 866 people per square mile. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.1%).

Population

277
Total Population
866
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Granville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Granville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Granville is $95,000, which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Granville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,000
26% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,204
Avg Weekly Wage$1,065
IRS Avg AGI$73,637

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)242
County GDP$279M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare10
Retail15
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,200
37% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.3 min
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Granville is $103,100, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,100
63% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,200
37% below US avg
Effective Rate2.13%
In Granville, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.9% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.2%
28% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.1%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Checkup Rate71.9%
Premature Death8,292/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access27.7%
Healthcare Facilities10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Granville has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average42.2°F
22% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,513 ft (461 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density866/sq mi
Coordinates48.2666°N, 100.8447°W
County FIPS38049
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.3%
D 17.5%

Winner: Republican by 63.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.6%
63% below US avg
High School+91.1%
School Test Score5.74
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density866/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants9
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.3 min
Work from Home5.6%

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