Median Income $53,750

28% lower than US avg

Home Value $36,700

87% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 6.7%

80% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.0%

21% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.1%

14% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 42.1%

240% higher than US avg

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

People

Population92

Median Age23.8 yrs

Density575/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 46%

Veterans65.0%

Economy

C+

Median Income$53,750

Per Capita$26,361

Unemployment3.1%

Poverty42.1%

County GDP$232M

Commute28 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$36,700

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units59

Health

Obesity39.0%

Uninsured8.0%

Smoking14.8%

Depression22.1%

Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain18.8 in/yr

Sunny Days274/yr

Elevation1,506 ft (459 m)

Education

Bachelor's+6.7%

High School+93.3%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 15%

Commute28 min

Broadband33.0%

Libraries2

Is Maxbass a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maxbass receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Maxbass offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Maxbass is $53,750, 28% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 42.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Maxbass is $36,700, 87% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Maxbass has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 274 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Maxbass has a population of 92 with a density of 575 people per square mile. The median age is 23.8 years, 39% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (45.7%), with 4.3% Hispanic.

Population

Total Population

575

People / sq mi

23.8yrs

Median Age

39% below US avg

0.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%

Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Maxbass vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	62.5%
	20% below US avg
Spanish	37.5%
	180% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Maxbass vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maxbass is $53,750, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 42.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Maxbass vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$53,750
	28% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$26,361
Avg Weekly Wage	$992
IRS Avg AGI	$86,051

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.1%
	14% below US avg
Poverty Rate	42.1%
	240% above US avg
Establishments (County)	139
County GDP	$232M

Business (County)

Restaurants	13
Healthcare	7
Retail	17

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	27.7 min
Drive Alone	41.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Maxbass is $36,700, 87% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$36,700
	87% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	97.0%
Housing Units	59
Median Year Built	1972

Property Tax

In Maxbass, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 14.8% are current smokers. 22.1% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.0%
	21% above US avg
Diabetes	9.0%
Heart Disease	5.5%
High Blood Pressure	30.7%
Asthma	10.6%
COPD	5.9%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.8%
	6% above US avg
Binge Drinking	22.2%
Physical Inactivity	23.9%
Depression	22.1%
Mental Distress	15.6%
Physical Distress	11.7%
Short Sleep	34.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.8%
Uninsured	8.0%
	7% below US avg
Checkup Rate	72.6%
Dental Visits	63.6%
Premature Death	8,409/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.8/10
Exercise Access	37.3%
Healthcare Facilities	7

Maxbass has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.8 inches. The area enjoys 274 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	40.2°F
	26% below US avg
January Average	7°F (-14°C)
July Average	69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	274 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	18.8 inches
	51% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,506 ft (459 m)
Area	0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density	575/sq mi
Coordinates	48.7224°N, 101.1424°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	38075

It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.7-point margin. 33.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.5%

D 14.9%

Winner: Republican by 67.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	6.7%
	80% below US avg
High School+	93.3%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.74

D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	575/sq mi
Total Area	0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	33.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	7
Restaurants	13
Retail Stores	17

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	27.7 min
Drive Alone	41.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.8%

Maxbass, ND

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Maxbass a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Maxbass vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Maxbass vs U.S. Average

Income: Maxbass vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities