New Leipzig, ND

North Dakota

New Leipzig is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 215. Residents earn $51,667 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
215 Population 242/sq mi density
$51,667 Median Income $27,500 per capita
$80,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$51,667 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,000 home value, $840/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,667
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $80,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.0%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population215
Median Age45.9 yrs
Density242/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans9.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$51,667
Per Capita$27,500
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$104M
Commute10 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,000
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain16.5 in/yr
Elevation2,322 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.0%
High School+92.1%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute10 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries1

Is New Leipzig a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Leipzig receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. New Leipzig offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Leipzig is $51,667, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Leipzig is $80,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

New Leipzig has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.5 inches, including 51.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

New Leipzig has a population of 215 with a density of 242 people per square mile. The median age is 45.9 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.1%).

Population

215
Total Population
242
People / sq mi
45.9yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53%
Female 47%

Race & Ethnicity

New Leipzig vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Leipzig vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Leipzig is $51,667, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.

Income: New Leipzig vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,667
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,500
Avg Weekly Wage$962
IRS Avg AGI$57,151

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)110
County GDP$104M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare10
Retail11
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.2 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in New Leipzig is $80,000, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,000
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.7%

Property Tax

In New Leipzig, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: New Leipzig vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.8%
30% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity26.8%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Checkup Rate72.5%
Premature Death8,581/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access27.3%
Healthcare Facilities10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

New Leipzig has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.5 inches
56% below US avg
Snowfall51.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,322 ft (708 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density242/sq mi
Coordinates46.3758°N, 101.9516°W
County FIPS38037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.8-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.5%
D 15.7%

Winner: Republican by 66.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.0%
50% below US avg
High School+92.1%
School Test Score5.74
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density242/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants8
Retail Stores11

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.2 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

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