Median Income $71,607

5% lower than US avg

Home Value $65,700

77% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 21.1%

37% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.9%

21% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 3.2%

74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population101

Median Age41.5 yrs

Density673/mi²

Male / Female51% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans71.0%

Economy

Median Income$71,607

Per Capita$30,026

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty3.2%

County GDP$341M

Commute30 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$65,700

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units52

Rent Burden21.6%

Health

Obesity38.9%

Uninsured7.5%

Smoking15.2%

Depression21.5%

Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain21.1 in/yr

Sunny Days276/yr

Elevation1,374 ft (419 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+21.1%

High School+98.6%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%

Commute30 min

Broadband41.0%

Libraries3

Is Montpelier a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Montpelier receives an overall livability score of 4.0 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 high obesity rates. Montpelier stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Montpelier is $71,607, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Montpelier is $65,700, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Montpelier has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.1 inches, including 46.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Montpelier has a population of 101 with a density of 673 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

101

Total Population

673

People / sq mi

41.5yrs

Median Age

7% above US avg

0.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%

Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Montpelier vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Montpelier vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Montpelier is $71,607, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Montpelier vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$71,607
	5% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$30,026
Avg Weekly Wage	$981
IRS Avg AGI	$88,186

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	3.2%
	74% below US avg
Establishments (County)	239
County GDP	$341M

Business (County)

Restaurants	14
Healthcare	15
Retail	19
Manufacturing	4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	29.5 min
Drive Alone	89.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Montpelier is $65,700, 77% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$65,700
	77% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	21.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	97.6%
Housing Units	52
Median Year Built	1974

Property Tax

In Montpelier, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 15.2% are current smokers. 21.5% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.9%
	21% above US avg
Diabetes	8.3%
Heart Disease	5.5%
High Blood Pressure	28.2%
Asthma	10.4%
COPD	5.7%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.2%
	9% above US avg
Binge Drinking	24.4%
Physical Inactivity	21.7%
Depression	21.5%
Mental Distress	15.6%
Physical Distress	11.6%
Short Sleep	31.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	97.0%
Uninsured	7.5%
	13% below US avg
Checkup Rate	70.4%
Dental Visits	64.1%
Premature Death	5,760/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.8/10
Exercise Access	29.5%
Healthcare Facilities	15

Montpelier has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.1 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	41.3°F
	24% below US avg
January Average	9°F (-13°C)
July Average	70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	21.1 inches
	44% below US avg
Snowfall	46.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,374 ft (419 m)
Area	0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density	673/sq mi
Coordinates	46.6990°N, 98.5885°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	38045

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.1-point margin. 41.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.5%

D 21.5%

Winner: Republican by 55.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	21.1%
	37% below US avg
High School+	98.6%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.74

C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	673/sq mi
Total Area	0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	41.0%
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	15
Restaurants	14
Retail Stores	19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	29.5 min
Drive Alone	89.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Montpelier, ND

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Montpelier a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Montpelier vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Montpelier vs U.S. Average

Income: Montpelier 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: Montpelier 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

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