North Dakota
Ludden is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 19. Residents earn $114,688 per year, which is 53% above the national average.
Based on current data, Ludden receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Ludden stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Ludden is $114,688, which is significantly higher than the national average — 53% above $75,149. This places Ludden among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Ludden is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
17.6% 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.
Ludden has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $114,688 |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $60,126 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,043 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $81,385 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 5.3% |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 274 |
| County GDP | $519M |
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Healthcare | 24 |
| Retail | 40 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,500 |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.00% |
| Commute Time | 10.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 33.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $112,500 |
| 60% below US avg |
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
| Owner-Occupied | 100.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,500 |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.00% |
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Premature Death | 6,934/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 24 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Annual Average | 41.6°F |
| 23% below US avg | |
| January Average | 9°F (-13°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,297 ft (395 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 24/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.0080°N, 98.1248°W |
| County FIPS | 38021 |
Winner: Republican by 52.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.6% |
| 48% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.74 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 24/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.8 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 9.0% |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 24 |
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Retail Stores | 40 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 10.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 33.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |