Linton, ND

North Dakota

Linton is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 871. Residents earn $50,833 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
871 Population 1,103/sq mi density
$50,833 Median Income $37,696 per capita
$87,400 Home Value $142,693 Zillow
$536 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$50,833 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$87,400 home value, $536/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,833
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $87,400
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.5%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $536
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population871
Median Age55.9 yrs
Density1,103/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,833
Per Capita$37,696
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$178M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,400
Rent$536
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$142,693

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI38 (Good)
Elevation1,721 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.5%
High School+85.0%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute20 min
Libraries1

Is Linton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Linton receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Linton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Linton is $50,833, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Linton is $87,400, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $536 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Linton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Linton has a population of 871 with a density of 1,103 people per square mile. The median age is 55.9 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.1%), with 7.9% Hispanic.

Population

871
Total Population
1,103
People / sq mi
55.9yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Linton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.5%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.5%
1% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Linton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Linton is $50,833, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Linton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,833
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,696
Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$72,513

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)166
County GDP$178M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare11
Retail21
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.9 min
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Linton is $87,400, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $536 (54% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $142,693.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,400
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$142,693

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$536
54% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.6%

Property Tax

In Linton, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Checkup Rate72.7%
Premature Death10,037/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access39.1%
Healthcare Facilities11

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Linton has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-11°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.0°F
20% below US avg
January Average11°F (-11°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,721 ft (525 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density1,103/sq mi
Coordinates46.2687°N, 100.2329°W
County FIPS38029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 77.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.3%
D 10.7%

Winner: Republican by 77.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.5%
21% below US avg
High School+85.0%
School Test Score5.74
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,103/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants12
Retail Stores21

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.9 min
Work from Home6.3%

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