Munich, ND

North Dakota

Munich is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 258. Residents earn $75,855 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
258 Population 180/sq mi density
$75,855 Median Income $45,477 per capita
$111,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
37°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$75,855 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,200 home value
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
33.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,855
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $111,200
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.0%
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population258
Median Age37.4 yrs
Density180/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

A+
Median Income$75,855
Per Capita$45,477
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$589M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp37°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain21.9 in/yr
Elevation1,596 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.0%
High School+95.7%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute17 min
Libraries1

Is Munich a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Munich receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Munich stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Munich is $75,855, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Munich is $111,200, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

33.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Munich has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 3°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.9 inches, including 38.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Munich has a population of 258 with a density of 180 people per square mile. The median age is 37.4 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.3%), with 7% Hispanic.

Population

258
Total Population
180
People / sq mi
37.4yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57%
Female 43%

Race & Ethnicity

Munich vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.1%
17% above US avg
Spanish7.9%
41% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Munich vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Munich is $75,855, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Munich vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,855
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,477
Avg Weekly Wage$1,095
IRS Avg AGI$114,473

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)173
County GDP$589M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare9
Retail21
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,750
7% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.3 min
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Munich is $111,200, 61% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,200
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,750
7% above US avg
Effective Rate3.37%
In Munich, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.6% report depression. 20.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking25.1%
Physical Inactivity20.5%
Depression20.6%
Mental Distress14.6%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.0%
Checkup Rate72.8%
Premature Death5,632/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access67.1%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Munich has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 3°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

3°F Jan (-16°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average37.3°F
31% below US avg
January Average3°F (-16°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.9 inches
42% below US avg
Snowfall38.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,596 ft (486 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density180/sq mi
Coordinates48.6734°N, 98.8387°W
County FIPS38019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 33.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.9%
D 24.8%

Winner: Republican by 49.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.0%
2% below US avg
High School+95.7%
School Test Score5.74
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density180/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants12
Retail Stores21

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.3 min
Work from Home3.1%

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