Lankin, ND

North Dakota

Lankin is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 113. Residents earn $63,438 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
113 Population 390/sq mi density
$63,438 Median Income $34,925 per capita
$71,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
39°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$63,438 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$71,000 home value
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,438
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $71,000
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.7%
62% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.0%
53% higher than US avg

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

People

Population113
Median Age45.9 yrs
Density390/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans95.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$63,438
Per Capita$34,925
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty19.0%
County GDP$1,027M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$71,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain20.2 in/yr
Elevation1,332 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute17 min
Broadband61.0%
Libraries3

Is Lankin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lankin receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Lankin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lankin is $63,438, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 19.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lankin is $71,000, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Lankin 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. Annual precipitation totals 20.2 inches, including 42.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Lankin has a population of 113 with a density of 390 people per square mile. The median age is 45.9 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

113
Total Population
390
People / sq mi
45.9yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Lankin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.1%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.9%
34% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lankin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lankin is $63,438, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Lankin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,438
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,925
Avg Weekly Wage$1,100
IRS Avg AGI$81,292

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.0%
53% above 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 Rate6.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.6 min
Work from Home12.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Lankin is $71,000, 75% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$71,000
75% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$769
1 Bedroom$795
2 Bedrooms$965
3 Bedrooms$1,297
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,643
33% above US avg
Effective Rate6.54%
In Lankin, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.2%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.6%
Physical Inactivity22.3%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress14.9%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Checkup Rate72.2%
Premature Death6,772/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access67.9%
Healthcare Facilities35

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Lankin 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,332 ft (406 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density390/sq mi
Coordinates48.3147°N, 97.9203°W
County FIPS38099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.2-point margin. 61.0% 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+12.7%
62% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.74
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density390/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access61.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants26
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.6 min
Work from Home12.8%

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