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Inkster, ND

North Dakota

Inkster is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 29.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
29 Population 29/sq mi density
$56,700 Home Value
39°F Avg Temperature 269 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
30.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $56,700
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.8%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.9%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population29
Median Age49.3 yrs
Density29/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Veterans26.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$55,562
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.9%
County GDP$1,027M
Commute47 min

Housing

Home Value$56,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units15
Rent Burden22.7%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain20.2 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation1,030 ft (314 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.8%
High School+92.3%
Graduate+13.0%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute47 min
Broadband14.0%
Libraries3

Is Inkster a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Inkster receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Inkster offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Inkster is $56,700, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

30.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Inkster has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.2 inches, including 42.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Inkster has a population of 29 with a density of 29 people per square mile. The median age is 49.3 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.9%).

Population

29
Total Population
29
People / sq mi
49.3yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Inkster vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.8%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.2%
43% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Inkster vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Inkster is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.

Income: Inkster vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$55,562
Avg Weekly Wage$1,100
IRS Avg AGI$81,292

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.9%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)519
County GDP$1,027M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare35
Retail46
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,643
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time46.6 min
Drive Alone63.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Inkster is $56,700, 80% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$56,700
80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden22.7%

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%
Housing Units15
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,643
33% above US avg
Effective Rate8.19%
Inkster has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.2 inches. The area enjoys 269 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average38.6°F
29% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.2 inches
47% below US avg
Snowfall42.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,030 ft (314 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density29/sq mi
Coordinates48.1513°N, 97.6442°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS38099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 30.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.2-point margin. 14.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.5%
D 26.3%

Winner: Republican by 45.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.8%
9% below US avg
High School+92.3%
Graduate Degree+13.0%
School Test Score5.74
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density29/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access14.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants26
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute46.6 min
Drive Alone63.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.8%

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