Kindred, ND

North Dakota · Metropolitan Area

Kindred is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 927. Residents earn $103,542 per year, which is 38% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
927 Population 639/sq mi density
$103,542 Median Income $46,268 per capita
$291,100 Home Value $396,218 Zillow
$658 Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$103,542 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$291,100 home value, $658/mo rent
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
43.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $103,542
38% higher than US avg
Home Value $291,100
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.0%
28% higher than US avg
Median Rent $658
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.5%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population927
Median Age32.9 yrs
Density639/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A+
Median Income$103,542
Per Capita$46,268
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$19,105M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$291,100
Rent$658
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$396,218

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain24.2 in/yr
Elevation944 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.0%
High School+99.4%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 45%
Commute22 min
Libraries8

Is Kindred a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kindred receives an overall livability score of 4.8 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. Kindred stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kindred is $103,542, which is significantly higher than the national average — 38% above $75,149. This places Kindred among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kindred is $291,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $658 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Kindred has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.2 inches, including 36.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Kindred has a population of 927 with a density of 639 people per square mile. The median age is 32.9 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.4%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

927
Total Population
639
People / sq mi
32.9yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Kindred vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kindred vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kindred is $103,542, which is 38% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Kindred vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$103,542
38% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,268
Avg Weekly Wage$1,285
IRS Avg AGI$99,188

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,494
County GDP$19,105M

Business (County)

Restaurants480
Healthcare610
Retail678
Manufacturing197

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,730
149% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Work from Home10.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Kindred is $291,100, 3% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $658 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $396,218.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$291,100
3% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$396,218

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$658
43% 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-Occupied80.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,730
149% above US avg
Effective Rate3.00%
In Kindred, 33.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 16.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.5%
4% above US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.9%
Physical Inactivity16.5%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress13.6%
Physical Distress9.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Checkup Rate74.5%
Premature Death6,730/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.5/10
Exercise Access89.0%
Healthcare Facilities610

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Kindred has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average41.1°F
24% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.2 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall36.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation944 ft (288 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density639/sq mi
Coordinates46.6494°N, 97.0169°W
County FIPS38017
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 43.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.3%
D 44.9%

Winner: Republican by 8.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.0%
28% above US avg
High School+99.4%
School Test Score5.74
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density639/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities610
Restaurants480
Retail Stores678

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Work from Home10.1%

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