Minto, ND

North Dakota

Minto is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 616. Residents earn $71,071 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
616 Population 428/sq mi density
$71,071 Median Income $34,464 per capita
$94,600 Home Value
$650 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$71,071 median income, 5.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$94,600 home value, $650/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,071
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $94,600
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.1%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $650
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.9%
85% higher than US avg

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

People

Population616
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density428/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$71,071
Per Capita$34,464
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty22.9%
County GDP$1,027M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$94,600
Rent$650
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.3%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Elevation822 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.1%
High School+92.9%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute20 min
Libraries3

Is Minto a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Minto receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Minto offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Minto is $71,071, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 22.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Minto is $94,600, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $650 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Minto has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Minto has a population of 616 with a density of 428 people per square mile. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.1%).

Population

616
Total Population
428
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.3%
Female 43.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Minto vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.4%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.6%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Minto vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Minto is $71,071, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Minto vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,071
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,464
Avg Weekly Wage$1,100
IRS Avg AGI$81,292

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.9%
85% above US avg
Establishments (County)519
County GDP$1,027M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare35
Retail46
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,643
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.7 min
Work from Home2.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Minto is $94,600, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $650 (44% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$94,600
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$650
44% 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-Occupied89.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,643
33% above US avg
Effective Rate4.91%
In Minto, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.3% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.9%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression20.3%
Mental Distress14.7%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.2%
Checkup Rate73.0%
Premature Death6,772/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access67.9%
Healthcare Facilities35

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Minto has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average42.0°F
22% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation822 ft (251 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density428/sq mi
Coordinates48.2924°N, 97.3730°W
County FIPS38099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.5%
D 26.3%

Winner: Republican by 45.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.1%
49% below US avg
High School+92.9%
School Test Score5.74
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density428/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants26
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.7 min
Work from Home2.7%

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