Hunter, ND

North Dakota

Hunter is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 271. Residents earn $75,000 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
271 Population 182/sq mi density
$75,000 Median Income $32,364 per capita
$133,000 Home Value $204,382 Zillow
$625 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$75,000 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$133,000 home value, $625/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,000
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $133,000
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.4%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.5%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population271
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density182/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,000
Per Capita$32,364
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$634M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$133,000
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$204,382

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain22.3 in/yr
Elevation975 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.4%
High School+99.5%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute24 min
Libraries1

Is Hunter a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hunter receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Hunter offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hunter is $75,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 0.0% 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 Hunter is $133,000, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Hunter has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Hunter has a population of 271 with a density of 182 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.4%), with 4.4% Hispanic.

Population

271
Total Population
182
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.6%
Female 42.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Hunter vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hunter vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hunter is $75,000, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Hunter vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,000
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,364
Avg Weekly Wage$1,130
IRS Avg AGI$90,113

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)412
County GDP$634M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare18
Retail37
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,990
43% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Hunter is $133,000, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $204,382.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$133,000
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$204,382

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$625
46% 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-Occupied89.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,990
43% above US avg
Effective Rate3.75%
In Hunter, 33.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 16.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.5%
4% above US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma9.8%
COPD4.2%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.0%
Physical Inactivity16.5%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress13.4%
Physical Distress9.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.9%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death6,992/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.9/10
Exercise Access57.0%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Hunter has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average42.6°F
21% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.3 inches
41% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation975 ft (297 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density182/sq mi
Coordinates47.1901°N, 97.2138°W
County FIPS38097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65%
D 33.3%

Winner: Republican by 31.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.4%
60% below US avg
High School+99.5%
School Test Score5.74
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density182/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants27
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Work from Home2.8%

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