Lawton, ND

North Dakota

Lawton is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 20.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
20 Population 22/sq mi density
$21,300 Home Value
39°F Avg Temperature 269 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $21,300
92% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.0%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population20
Median Age74.1 yrs
Density22/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans20.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$77,415
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$883M
Commute49 min

Housing

Home Value$21,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units42

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain20.2 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation1,518 ft (463 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.0%
High School+85.0%
Graduate+27.8%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute49 min
Broadband16.0%
Libraries1

Is Lawton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lawton receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Lawton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lawton is $21,300, 92% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 85.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Lawton 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.

Lawton has a population of 20 with a density of 22 people per square mile. The median age is 74.1 years, 90% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

20
Total Population
22
People / sq mi
74.1yrs
Median Age
90% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55%
Female 45%

Race & Ethnicity

Lawton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lawton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lawton is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes.

Income: Lawton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$77,415
Avg Weekly Wage$977
IRS Avg AGI$79,780

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)525
County GDP$883M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare54
Retail74
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,880
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate22.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time49.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lawton is $21,300, 92% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$21,300
92% 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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units42
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,880
39% above US avg
Effective Rate22.91%
Lawton 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

Elevation1,518 ft (463 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density22/sq mi
Coordinates48.3033°N, 98.3679°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS38071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 40.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.3-point margin. 16.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.4%
D 29.1%

Winner: Republican by 40.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.0%
19% above US avg
High School+85.0%
Graduate Degree+27.8%
School Test Score5.74
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density22/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities54
Restaurants46
Retail Stores74

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute49.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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