Niagara, ND

North Dakota

Niagara is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 24. Residents earn $67,000 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
24 Population 26/sq mi density
$67,000 Median Income $56,688 per capita
$92,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
39°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$67,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,500 home value
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,000
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,500
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.0%
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population24
Median Age31.8 yrs
Density26/mi²
Male / Female83% / 17%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans21.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,000
Per Capita$56,688
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,027M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp39°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain20.2 in/yr
Elevation1,463 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute38 min
Broadband18.0%
Libraries3

Is Niagara a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Niagara 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, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Niagara stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Niagara is $67,000, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Niagara is $92,500, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Niagara has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.2 inches, including 42.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Niagara has a population of 24 with a density of 26 people per square mile. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.8%), with 4.2% Hispanic.

Population

24
Total Population
26
People / sq mi
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 83.3%
Female 16.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Niagara vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Niagara vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Niagara is $67,000, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Niagara vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,000
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$56,688
Avg Weekly Wage$1,100
IRS Avg AGI$81,292

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)519
County GDP$1,027M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare35
Retail46
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,643
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.0 min
Drive Alone92.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Niagara is $92,500, 67% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,500
67% 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-Occupied72.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,643
33% above US avg
Effective Rate5.02%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death6,772/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access67.9%
Healthcare Facilities35

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Niagara has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average38.6°F
29% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.2 inches
47% below US avg
Snowfall42.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,463 ft (446 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density26/sq mi
Coordinates48.0010°N, 97.8770°W
County FIPS38099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.2-point margin. 18.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.5%
D 26.3%

Winner: Republican by 45.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.0%
26% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.74
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density26/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access18.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants26
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.0 min
Drive Alone92.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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