Killdeer, ND

North Dakota

Killdeer is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 879. Residents earn $89,583 per year, which is 19% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
879 Population 475/sq mi density
$89,583 Median Income $45,299 per capita
$271,900 Home Value $268,307 Zillow
$848 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
671 Violent Crime/100K 959 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$89,583 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$271,900 home value, $848/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
671 violent crimes/100K (77% above avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $89,583
19% higher than US avg
Home Value $271,900
4% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 671/100K
77% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.5%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $848
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.1%
51% lower than US avg

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

People

Population879
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density475/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A+
Median Income$89,583
Per Capita$45,299
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty6.1%
County GDP$1,931M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$271,900
Rent$848
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$268,307

Crime

F
Violent671/100K
Property959/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault384/100K
Burglary288/100K

Health

Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain18.1 in/yr
Elevation2,237 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.5%
High School+87.1%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute18 min
Libraries1

Is Killdeer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Killdeer receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Killdeer offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Killdeer is $89,583, 19% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Killdeer is $271,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $848 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 671 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 959 per 100,000, 51% below the national average.

Education

19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Killdeer has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.1 inches, including 39.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Killdeer has a population of 879 with a density of 475 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.7%), with 3.9% Hispanic.

Population

879
Total Population
475
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Killdeer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.4%
0% below US avg
Spanish21.6%
61% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Killdeer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Killdeer is $89,583, which is 19% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Killdeer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$89,583
19% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,299
Avg Weekly Wage$1,650
IRS Avg AGI$155,750

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.1%
51% below US avg
Establishments (County)221
County GDP$1,931M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare6
Retail16
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,225
8% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.6 min
Work from Home17.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Killdeer is $271,900, 4% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $848 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $268,307.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$271,900
4% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$268,307

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$848
27% 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-Occupied68.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,225
8% below US avg
Effective Rate1.19%
In Killdeer, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.1% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.8%
Checkup Rate72.4%
Premature Death10,631/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access35.4%
Healthcare Facilities6
Killdeer has a violent crime rate of 671 per 100,000 residents, 77% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 959 per 100,000 (51% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent671.1/100K
77% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape287.6/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault383.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property958.8/100K
51% below US avg
Burglary287.6/100K
Theft575.3/100K
Vehicle Theft95.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Killdeer has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.3°F
22% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.1 inches
52% below US avg
Snowfall39.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,237 ft (682 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density475/sq mi
Coordinates47.3688°N, 102.7462°W
County FIPS38025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.1%
D 14.9%

Winner: Republican by 69.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.5%
42% below US avg
High School+87.1%
School Test Score5.74
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density475/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities6
Restaurants15
Retail Stores16

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.6 min
Work from Home17.5%

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