Napoleon, ND

North Dakota

Napoleon is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 768. Residents earn $68,068 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
768 Population 557/sq mi density
$68,068 Median Income $32,010 per capita
$85,000 Home Value
$850 Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$68,068 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,000 home value, $850/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,068
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,000
70% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.7%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.8%
3% higher than US avg

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

People

Population768
Median Age48.6 yrs
Density557/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,068
Per Capita$32,010
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty12.8%
County GDP$128M
Commute11 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,000
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property772/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity40.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain20.7 in/yr
Elevation1,957 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+85.5%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 11%
Commute11 min

Is Napoleon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Napoleon receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Napoleon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Napoleon is $68,068, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Napoleon is $85,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Napoleon is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 772 per 100,000, 61% below the national average.

Education

23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Napoleon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.7 inches, including 53.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Napoleon has a population of 768 with a density of 557 people per square mile. The median age is 48.6 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.3%), with 2.5% Hispanic.

Population

768
Total Population
557
People / sq mi
48.6yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Napoleon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Napoleon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Napoleon is $68,068, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Napoleon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,068
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,010
Avg Weekly Wage$780
IRS Avg AGI$55,587

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.8%
3% above US avg
Establishments (County)116
County GDP$128M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare7
Retail12

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.9 min
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Napoleon is $85,000, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,000
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% 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-Occupied81.5%

Property Tax

In Napoleon, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death6,386/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access46.7%
Healthcare Facilities7
Napoleon has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 772 per 100,000 (61% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property772.2/100K
61% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft772.2/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Napoleon has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average41.2°F
24% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.7 inches
45% below US avg
Snowfall53.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,957 ft (596 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density557/sq mi
Coordinates46.5039°N, 99.7683°W
County FIPS38047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 75.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.1%
D 11.4%

Winner: Republican by 75.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.7%
30% below US avg
High School+85.5%
School Test Score5.74
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density557/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants5
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.9 min
Work from Home3.3%

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