Medora, ND

North Dakota

Medora is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 150. Residents earn $68,906 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
150 Population 385/sq mi density
$68,906 Median Income $33,681 per capita
$172,900 Home Value
$627 Median Rent 14.1% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$68,906 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$172,900 home value, $627/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,906
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $172,900
39% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.2%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent $627
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population150
Median Age54.0 yrs
Density385/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,906
Per Capita$33,681
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$118M
Commute6 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$172,900
Rent$627
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden14.1%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property746/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain15.8 in/yr
Elevation2,272 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.2%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 12%
Commute6 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries1

Is Medora a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Medora receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Medora offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Medora is $68,906, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 6 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Medora is $172,900, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $627 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Medora is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 746 per 100,000, 62% below the national average.

Education

28.2% 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.

Climate & Weather

Medora has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.8 inches, including 30.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Medora has a population of 150 with a density of 385 people per square mile. The median age is 54.0 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%).

Population

150
Total Population
385
People / sq mi
54.0yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Medora vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Medora vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Medora is $68,906, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 6 minutes.

Income: Medora vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,906
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,681
Avg Weekly Wage$937
IRS Avg AGI$81,174

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)89
County GDP$118M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare8
Retail13

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time6.3 min
Work from Home6.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Medora is $172,900, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $627 (46% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$172,900
39% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$627
46% below US avg
Rent Burden14.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied46.5%

Property Tax

In Medora, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress14.9%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Checkup Rate72.9%
Premature Death6,249/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.9/10
Healthcare Facilities8
Medora has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 746 per 100,000 (62% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property746.3/100K
62% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft746.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Medora has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.1°F
20% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.8 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall30.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,272 ft (693 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density385/sq mi
Coordinates46.9113°N, 103.5265°W
County FIPS38033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 28.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73.7-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.1%
D 12.4%

Winner: Republican by 73.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.2%
16% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.74
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density385/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants6
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute6.3 min
Work from Home6.2%

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