Harwood, ND

North Dakota · Metropolitan Area

Harwood is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 775. Residents earn $145,000 per year, which is 93% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
775 Population 596/sq mi density
$145,000 Median Income $62,609 per capita
$303,600 Home Value $389,357 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$145,000 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$303,600 home value
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
46.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $145,000
93% higher than US avg
Home Value $303,600
8% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 46.6%
38% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.2%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.9%
93% lower than US avg

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

People

Population775
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density596/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A+
Median Income$145,000
Per Capita$62,609
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty0.9%
County GDP$2,919M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$303,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$389,357

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain24.0 in/yr
Elevation890 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+46.6%
High School+98.1%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 49%
Commute31 min
Libraries3

Is Harwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Harwood receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Harwood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Harwood is $145,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 93% above $75,149. This places Harwood among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Harwood is $303,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 46.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Harwood has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.0 inches, including 51.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Harwood has a population of 775 with a density of 596 people per square mile. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%).

Population

775
Total Population
596
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Harwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Harwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Harwood is $145,000, which is 93% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Harwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$145,000
93% above US avg
Per Capita Income$62,609
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$72,991

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.9%
93% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,520
County GDP$2,919M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare178
Retail148
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,896
40% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Harwood is $303,600, 8% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $389,357.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$303,600
8% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$389,357

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%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,896
40% above US avg
Effective Rate1.61%
In Harwood, 32.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.4% report depression. 14.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.2%
0% below US avg
Diabetes6.9%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure26.4%
Asthma9.5%
COPD3.8%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.3%
Physical Inactivity14.6%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress12.7%
Physical Distress8.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.1%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death7,319/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access87.4%
Healthcare Facilities178

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Harwood has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average42.2°F
22% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.0 inches
37% below US avg
Snowfall51.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation890 ft (271 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density596/sq mi
Coordinates46.9770°N, 96.8810°W
County FIPS27027
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 46.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.8%
D 49.3%

Winner: Democrat by 0.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+46.6%
38% above US avg
High School+98.1%
School Test Score5.74
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density596/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities178
Restaurants100
Retail Stores148

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Work from Home5.6%

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