Median Income $38,333

49% lower than US avg

Home Value $50,000

82% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 15.8%

53% lower than US avg

Median Rent $581

50% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.2%

7% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.4%

6% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 13.6%

10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population66

Median Age58.8 yrs

Density347/mi²

Male / Female55% / 46%

Largest GroupWhite 88%

Veterans57.0%

Economy

Median Income$38,333

Per Capita$27,253

Unemployment3.4%

Poverty13.6%

County GDP$152M

Commute11 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$50,000

Rent$581

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units104

Rent Burden16.3%

Health

Obesity34.2%

Uninsured7.4%

Smoking16.0%

Depression19.0%

Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain20.7 in/yr

Sunny Days276/yr

Elevation2,062 ft (628 m)

Education

Bachelor's+15.8%

High School+93.0%

Graduate+4.5%

School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%

Commute11 min

Broadband36.0%

Libraries2

Is Lehr a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lehr is $38,333, 49% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lehr is $50,000, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $581 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Lehr has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.7 inches, including 42.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Lehr has a population of 66 with a density of 347 people per square mile. The median age is 58.8 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.9%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

Total Population

347

People / sq mi

58.8yrs

Median Age

51% above US avg

0.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.5%

Female 45.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Lehr vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	73.6%
	6% below US avg
Spanish	26.4%
	97% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lehr vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lehr is $38,333, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Lehr vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$38,333
	49% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$27,253
Avg Weekly Wage	$893
IRS Avg AGI	$64,394

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.4%
	6% below US avg
Poverty Rate	13.6%
	10% above US avg
Establishments (County)	141
County GDP	$152M

Business (County)

Restaurants	10
Healthcare	11
Retail	18
Manufacturing	6

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	11.4 min
Drive Alone	61.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	22.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Lehr is $50,000, 82% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $581 (50% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$50,000
	82% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$581
	50% below US avg
Rent Burden	16.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	83.3%
Housing Units	104
Median Year Built	1949

Property Tax

In Lehr, 34.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 16.0% are current smokers. 19.0% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.2%
	7% above US avg
Diabetes	9.4%
Heart Disease	6.0%
High Blood Pressure	30.5%
Asthma	9.2%
COPD	6.5%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.0%
	14% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.8%
Physical Inactivity	22.7%
Depression	19.0%
Mental Distress	14.1%
Physical Distress	11.9%
Short Sleep	30.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.9%
Uninsured	7.4%
	14% below US avg
Checkup Rate	66.3%
Dental Visits	56.2%
Premature Death	10,582/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.9/10
Exercise Access	69.4%
Healthcare Facilities	11

Lehr has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.7 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	41.3°F
	24% below US avg
January Average	11°F (-12°C)
July Average	70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	20.7 inches
	45% below US avg
Snowfall	42.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	2,062 ft (628 m)
Area	0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density	347/sq mi
Coordinates	46.2824°N, 99.3529°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	38051

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.4-point margin. 36.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82%

D 16.6%

Winner: Republican by 65.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	15.8%
	53% below US avg
High School+	93.0%
Graduate Degree+	4.5%
School Test Score	5.74

C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	347/sq mi
Total Area	0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	36.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	11
Restaurants	10
Retail Stores	18

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	11.4 min
Drive Alone	61.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	22.2%

Lehr, ND

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Lehr a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Lehr vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Lehr vs U.S. Average

Income: Lehr vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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