Lignite, ND
Full City Profile · North Dakota · Burke County County
Lignite, ND
At a Glance
How Lignite Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lignite's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lignite a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lignite residents earn a median household income of $98,125 , which is 31% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,797. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 126 business establishments, including 8 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lignite is $91,100 , 68% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $233,818. Median rent is $817/month, with 27.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 89.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1962.
Education
24.3% of adults in Lignite hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below the national average). 95.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lignite has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.