Medina, ND

North Dakota

Medina is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 242. Residents earn $51,875 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
242 Population 200/sq mi density
$51,875 Median Income $36,962 per capita
$75,000 Home Value
$598 Median Rent
40°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$51,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,000 home value, $598/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,875
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.3%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $598
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.9%
36% higher than US avg

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

People

Population242
Median Age51.2 yrs
Density200/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,875
Per Capita$36,962
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty16.9%
County GDP$189M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,000
Rent$598
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain20.9 in/yr
Elevation1,803 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.3%
High School+83.4%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute23 min
Libraries1

Is Medina a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Medina receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Medina offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Medina is $51,875, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 16.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Medina is $75,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $598 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Medina has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Medina has a population of 242 with a density of 200 people per square mile. The median age is 51.2 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.8%), with 4.1% Hispanic.

Population

242
Total Population
200
People / sq mi
51.2yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55%
Female 45%

Race & Ethnicity

Medina vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Medina vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Medina is $51,875, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Medina vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,875
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,962
Avg Weekly Wage$946
IRS Avg AGI$63,640

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.9%
36% above US avg
Establishments (County)130
County GDP$189M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare6
Retail12
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Work from Home0.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Medina is $75,000, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $598 (49% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$598
49% 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-Occupied74.8%

Property Tax

In Medina, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.1% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.5%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Checkup Rate71.1%
Premature Death8,404/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.4/10
Exercise Access17.5%
Healthcare Facilities6

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Medina has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average40.3°F
25% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.9 inches
45% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,803 ft (550 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density200/sq mi
Coordinates46.8938°N, 99.2999°W
County FIPS38043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.7%
D 17.1%

Winner: Republican by 64.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.3%
28% below US avg
High School+83.4%
School Test Score5.74
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density200/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities6
Restaurants6
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Work from Home0.9%

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