Leith, ND

North Dakota

Leith is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 15. Residents earn $47,000 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
15 Population 12/sq mi density
$47,000 Median Income $34,013 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$47,000 median income, 7.7% unemployment
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,000
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.2%
46% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.7%
114% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population15
Median Age47.5 yrs
Density12/mi²
Male / Female33% / 67%
Largest GroupWhite 60%
Veterans11.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,000
Per Capita$34,013
Unemployment7.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$104M
Commute16 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Elevation2,348 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.2%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute16 min
Broadband8.0%
Libraries1

Is Leith a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Leith receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Leith has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Leith is $47,000, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

18.2% 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

Leith has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Leith has a population of 15 with a density of 12 people per square mile. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60%).

Population

15
Total Population
12
People / sq mi
47.5yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 33.3%
Female 66.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Leith vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.1%
11% above US avg
Spanish12.9%
4% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Leith vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leith is $47,000, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Leith vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,000
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,013
Avg Weekly Wage$962
IRS Avg AGI$57,151

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.7%
114% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)110
County GDP$104M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare10
Retail11
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.8 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied25.0%

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.6%
Premature Death8,581/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access27.3%
Healthcare Facilities10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Leith has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.2°F
22% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,348 ft (716 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates46.3649°N, 101.6414°W
County FIPS38037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.8-point margin. 8.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.5%
D 15.7%

Winner: Republican by 66.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.2%
46% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.74
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density12/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access8.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants8
Retail Stores11

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.8 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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