Marmarth, ND

North Dakota

Marmarth is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 88. Residents earn $65,000 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
88 Population 34/sq mi density
$65,000 Median Income $54,576 per capita
$43,300 Home Value
$506 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 273 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$65,000 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$43,300 home value, $506/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,000
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $43,300
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.4%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent $506
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population88
Median Age57.8 yrs
Density34/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans74.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,000
Per Capita$54,576
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$251M
Commute47 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$43,300
Rent$506
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units87
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity38.5%
Uninsured8.2%
Smoking16.3%
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain14.6 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation2,831 ft (863 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.4%
High School+86.5%
Graduate+2.6%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute47 min
Broadband46.0%
Libraries1

Is Marmarth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marmarth receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Marmarth stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marmarth is $65,000, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marmarth is $43,300, 85% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $506 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Marmarth has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Marmarth has a population of 88 with a density of 34 people per square mile. The median age is 57.8 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.2%), with 10.2% Hispanic.

Population

88
Total Population
34
People / sq mi
57.8yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.1%
Female 40.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Marmarth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.9%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.1%
13% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Marmarth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marmarth is $65,000, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.

Income: Marmarth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,000
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$54,576
Avg Weekly Wage$1,060
IRS Avg AGI$81,734

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)195
County GDP$251M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare16
Retail23
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,000
14% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time46.7 min
Drive Alone76.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Marmarth is $43,300, 85% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $506 (56% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$43,300
85% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$506
56% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.3%
Housing Units87
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,000
14% below US avg
Effective Rate6.93%
In Marmarth, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. 16.3% are current smokers. 21.9% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.3%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.1%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep33.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.3%
Uninsured8.2%
5% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.0%
Dental Visits64.9%
Premature Death5,433/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.7/10
Exercise Access72.0%
Healthcare Facilities16
Marmarth has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.6 inches. The area enjoys 273 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.6 inches
62% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,831 ft (863 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density34/sq mi
Coordinates46.3012°N, 103.9346°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS38011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 28.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73.1-point margin. 46.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.9%
D 12.9%

Winner: Republican by 73.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.4%
16% below US avg
High School+86.5%
Graduate Degree+2.6%
School Test Score5.74
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density34/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access46.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants13
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute46.7 min
Drive Alone76.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

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