Mooreton, ND

North Dakota

Mooreton is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 180. Residents earn $81,667 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
180 Population 667/sq mi density
$81,667 Median Income $31,010 per capita
$131,800 Home Value $222,672 Zillow
$488 Median Rent 35.6% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$81,667 median income, 5.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$131,800 home value, $488/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,667
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $131,800
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.8%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $488
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.7%
67% higher than US avg

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

People

Population180
Median Age30.5 yrs
Density667/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans4.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$81,667
Per Capita$31,010
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty20.7%
County GDP$1,478M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$131,800
Rent$488
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$222,672
Rent Burden35.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Elevation972 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.8%
High School+98.1%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute29 min
Broadband68.0%
Libraries2

Is Mooreton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mooreton receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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. Mooreton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mooreton is $81,667, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 20.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mooreton is $131,800, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $488 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Mooreton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Mooreton has a population of 180 with a density of 667 people per square mile. The median age is 30.5 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80%), with 19.4% Hispanic.

Population

180
Total Population
667
People / sq mi
30.5yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.3%
Female 41.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Mooreton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mooreton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mooreton is $81,667, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Mooreton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,667
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,010
Avg Weekly Wage$1,042
IRS Avg AGI$84,658

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.7%
67% above US avg
Establishments (County)704
County GDP$1,478M

Business (County)

Restaurants43
Healthcare48
Retail71
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,825
38% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.1 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Mooreton is $131,800, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $488 (58% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $222,672.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$131,800
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$222,672

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$488
58% below US avg
Rent Burden35.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,825
38% above US avg
Effective Rate3.66%
In Mooreton, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.0%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress15.0%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.7%
Checkup Rate72.4%
Premature Death7,004/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access61.9%
Healthcare Facilities48

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Mooreton has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average42.1°F
22% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation972 ft (296 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density667/sq mi
Coordinates46.2689°N, 96.8758°W
County FIPS38077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.9-point margin. 68.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68%
D 30.2%

Winner: Republican by 37.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.8%
38% below US avg
High School+98.1%
School Test Score5.74
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density667/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities48
Restaurants43
Retail Stores71

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.1 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%

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