Mountain, ND

North Dakota

Mountain is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 101.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
101 Population 842/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $34,635 per capita
$96,000 Home Value
$725 Median Rent
38°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $96,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.7%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population101
Median Age69.5 yrs
Density842/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans92.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$34,635
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$813M

Housing

Home Value$96,000
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp38°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain20.0 in/yr
Elevation1,068 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.7%
High School+82.4%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
CommuteN/A
Broadband18.0%
Libraries3

Is Mountain a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mountain receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Mountain has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mountain is $96,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Mountain has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.0 inches, including 39.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Mountain has a population of 101 with a density of 842 people per square mile. The median age is 69.5 years, 79% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.1%), with 2% Hispanic.

Population

101
Total Population
842
People / sq mi
69.5yrs
Median Age
79% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.4%
Female 43.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Mountain vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mountain vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mountain is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Mountain vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$34,635
Avg Weekly Wage$1,124
IRS Avg AGI$93,726

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)411
County GDP$813M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare19
Retail40
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,000
14% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.13%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mountain is $96,000, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,000
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% 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-Occupied63.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,000
14% below US avg
Effective Rate3.13%
In Mountain, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.2%
31% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking25.2%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress15.1%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.1%
Checkup Rate70.7%
Premature Death9,577/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access48.9%
Healthcare Facilities19

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Mountain has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-15°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average38.2°F
29% below US avg
January Average4°F (-15°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.0 inches
47% below US avg
Snowfall39.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,068 ft (326 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density842/sq mi
Coordinates48.6843°N, 97.8648°W
County FIPS38067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.3-point margin. 18.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.1%
D 22.8%

Winner: Republican by 53.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.7%
45% below US avg
High School+82.4%
School Test Score5.74
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density842/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access18.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants16
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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