Neche, ND

North Dakota

Neche is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 355. Residents earn $80,625 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
355 Population 1,014/sq mi density
$80,625 Median Income $32,003 per capita
$87,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
38°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$80,625 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$87,100 home value
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,625
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $87,100
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.6%
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population355
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density1,014/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans12.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,625
Per Capita$32,003
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$813M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp38°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain20.0 in/yr
Elevation830 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.6%
High School+92.3%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute20 min
Broadband84.6%
Libraries3

Is Neche a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Neche receives an overall livability score of 4.1 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. Neche stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Neche is $80,625, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Neche is $87,100, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Neche 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.

Neche has a population of 355 with a density of 1,014 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.7%), with 1.1% Black.

Population

355
Total Population
1,014
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.4%
Female 38.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Neche vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.5%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.5%
44% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Neche vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Neche is $80,625, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Neche vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,625
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,003
Avg Weekly Wage$1,124
IRS Avg AGI$93,726

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% 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 Rate3.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.7 min
Drive Alone64.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Neche is $87,100, 69% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,100
69% 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-Occupied90.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,000
14% below US avg
Effective Rate3.44%
In Neche, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.6%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.7%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death9,577/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Neche 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

Elevation830 ft (253 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,014/sq mi
Coordinates48.9830°N, 97.5517°W
County FIPS38067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.3-point margin. 84.6% 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+19.6%
42% below US avg
High School+92.3%
School Test Score5.74
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,014/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.6%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants16
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.7 min
Drive Alone64.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.8%

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