Gwinner, ND

North Dakota

Gwinner is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 877. Residents earn $66,071 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
877 Population 426/sq mi density
$66,071 Median Income $40,361 per capita
$151,900 Home Value
$912 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$66,071 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$151,900 home value, $912/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,071
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $151,900
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.3%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $912
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population877
Median Age30.5 yrs
Density426/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,071
Per Capita$40,361
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$1,784M
Commute8 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$151,900
Rent$912
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain23.2 in/yr
Elevation1,256 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.3%
High School+90.7%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute8 min
Libraries2

Is Gwinner a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gwinner 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. Gwinner offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gwinner is $66,071, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gwinner is $151,900, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $912 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Gwinner has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Gwinner has a population of 877 with a density of 426 people per square mile. The median age is 30.5 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.9%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 11.9% Black.

Population

877
Total Population
426
People / sq mi
30.5yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

Gwinner vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.5%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.5%
14% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gwinner vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gwinner is $66,071, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes.

Income: Gwinner vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,071
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,361
Avg Weekly Wage$1,227
IRS Avg AGI$82,176

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)191
County GDP$1,784M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare9
Retail14
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,433
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time8.3 min
Work from Home2.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Gwinner is $151,900, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $912 (22% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$151,900
46% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$912
22% 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-Occupied57.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,433
2% below US avg
Effective Rate2.26%
In Gwinner, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.1% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.0%
31% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.7%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Checkup Rate71.8%
Premature Death8,707/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.9/10
Exercise Access65.4%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Gwinner has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average41.5°F
23% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.2 inches
39% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,256 ft (383 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density426/sq mi
Coordinates46.2310°N, 97.6561°W
County FIPS38081
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.5%
D 32.8%

Winner: Republican by 32.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.3%
46% below US avg
High School+90.7%
School Test Score5.74
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density426/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants12
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute8.3 min
Work from Home2.7%

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