Lansford, ND

North Dakota · Metropolitan Area

Lansford is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 234. Residents earn $72,750 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
234 Population 669/sq mi density
$72,750 Median Income $33,108 per capita
$162,500 Home Value
$795 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$72,750 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$162,500 home value, $795/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,750
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $162,500
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.6%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $795
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.4%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population234
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density669/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,750
Per Capita$33,108
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$232M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$162,500
Rent$795
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden27.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain18.8 in/yr
Elevation1,614 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.6%
High School+91.7%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 15%
Commute30 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries2

Is Lansford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lansford receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Lansford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lansford is $72,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lansford is $162,500, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $795 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Lansford has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Lansford has a population of 234 with a density of 669 people per square mile. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%).

Population

234
Total Population
669
People / sq mi
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Lansford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.0%
11% above US avg
Spanish13.0%
3% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lansford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lansford is $72,750, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Lansford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,750
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,108
Avg Weekly Wage$992
IRS Avg AGI$86,051

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.4%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)139
County GDP$232M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare7
Retail17

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.3 min
Work from Home0.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Lansford is $162,500, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $795 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,500
42% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$795
32% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.7%

Property Tax

In Lansford, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.2%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.8%
Checkup Rate71.9%
Premature Death8,409/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access37.3%
Healthcare Facilities7

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Lansford has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average40.2°F
26% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.8 inches
51% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,614 ft (492 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density669/sq mi
Coordinates48.6270°N, 101.3759°W
County FIPS38075
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.7-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.5%
D 14.9%

Winner: Republican by 67.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.6%
45% below US avg
High School+91.7%
School Test Score5.74
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density669/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants13
Retail Stores17

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.3 min
Work from Home0.9%

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