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Hazelton, ND

North Dakota

Hazelton is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 191. Residents earn $54,286 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
191 Population 503/sq mi density
$54,286 Median Income $29,390 per capita
$79,000 Home Value
$918 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$54,286 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,000 home value, $918/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,286
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.6%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $918
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.6%
10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population191
Median Age41.6 yrs
Density503/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans3.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,286
Per Capita$29,390
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty13.6%
County GDP$178M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,000
Rent$918
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units139
Rent Burden32.5%

Health

Obesity38.9%
Uninsured8.6%
Smoking16.5%
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation1,983 ft (604 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.6%
High School+83.2%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute21 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries1

Is Hazelton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hazelton receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Hazelton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hazelton is $54,286, 28% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hazelton is $79,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $918 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Hazelton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Hazelton has a population of 191 with a density of 503 people per square mile. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%).

Population

191
Total Population
503
People / sq mi
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56%
Female 44%

Race & Ethnicity

Hazelton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hazelton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hazelton is $54,286, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Hazelton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,286
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,390
Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$72,513

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.6%
10% above US avg
Establishments (County)166
County GDP$178M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare11
Retail21
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Drive Alone59.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hazelton is $79,000, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $918 (21% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,000
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$918
21% 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-Occupied64.9%
Housing Units139
Median Year Built1947

Property Tax

In Hazelton, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. 16.5% are current smokers. 20.9% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.5%
18% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.4%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep34.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.4%
Uninsured8.6%
0% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.8%
Dental Visits59.7%
Premature Death10,037/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access39.1%
Healthcare Facilities11
Hazelton has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area enjoys 253 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-11°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.0°F
20% below US avg
January Average11°F (-11°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,983 ft (604 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density503/sq mi
Coordinates46.4857°N, 100.2811°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS38029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 77.6-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.3%
D 10.7%

Winner: Republican by 77.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.6%
42% below US avg
High School+83.2%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score5.74
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density503/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants12
Retail Stores21

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Drive Alone59.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.0%

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