Litchville, ND

North Dakota

Litchville is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 183. Residents earn $27,094 per year, which is 64% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
183 Population 81/sq mi density
$27,094 Median Income $32,651 per capita
$160,000 Home Value
$630 Median Rent 44.0% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$27,094 median income, 1.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$160,000 home value, $630/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,094
64% lower than US avg
Home Value $160,000
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.1%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $630
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population183
Median Age39.5 yrs
Density81/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 71%
Veterans5.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$27,094
Per Capita$32,651
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$853M
Commute36 min

Housing

B
Home Value$160,000
Rent$630
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden44.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain21.5 in/yr
Elevation1,467 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.1%
High School+78.8%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute36 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries2

Is Litchville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Litchville receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Litchville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Litchville is $27,094, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Litchville is $160,000, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $630 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 78.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Litchville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Litchville has a population of 183 with a density of 81 people per square mile. The median age is 39.5 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.5%), with 25.7% Hispanic.

Population

183
Total Population
81
People / sq mi
39.5yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Litchville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Litchville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Litchville is $27,094, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Litchville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,094
64% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,651
Avg Weekly Wage$993
IRS Avg AGI$78,727

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg
Establishments (County)458
County GDP$853M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare38
Retail44
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.4 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Litchville is $160,000, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $630 (46% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,000
43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$630
46% below US avg
Rent Burden44.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Rate2.69%
In Litchville, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 19.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma10.3%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.8%
Physical Inactivity19.4%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress14.9%
Physical Distress10.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate63.2%
Checkup Rate71.2%
Premature Death7,642/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access64.9%
Healthcare Facilities38

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Litchville has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average40.5°F
25% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.5 inches
44% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,467 ft (447 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density81/sq mi
Coordinates46.6566°N, 98.1917°W
County FIPS38003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 35.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.3-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.7%
D 31.4%

Winner: Republican by 35.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.1%
4% above US avg
High School+78.8%
School Test Score5.74
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density81/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities38
Restaurants30
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.4 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

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