Nome, ND

North Dakota

Nome is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 47. Residents earn $71,429 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
47 Population 115/sq mi density
$71,429 Median Income $43,653 per capita
$45,000 Home Value
45°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$71,429 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$45,000 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,429
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $45,000
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.7%
86% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.8%
27% higher than US avg

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

People

Population47
Median Age64.6 yrs
Density115/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans43.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,429
Per Capita$43,653
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.8%
County GDP$387M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$45,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units31

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain23.6 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,326 ft (404 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.7%
High School+90.7%
Graduate+4.4%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute22 min
Broadband24.0%
Libraries2

Is Nome a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nome receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Nome offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nome is $71,429, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nome is $45,000, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Nome has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Nome has a population of 47 with a density of 115 people per square mile. The median age is 64.6 years, 66% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%).

Population

47
Total Population
115
People / sq mi
64.6yrs
Median Age
66% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.7%
Female 38.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Nome vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nome vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nome is $71,429, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Nome vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,429
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,653
Avg Weekly Wage$956
IRS Avg AGI$77,955

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.8%
27% above US avg
Establishments (County)259
County GDP$387M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare31
Retail24
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,800
9% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Nome is $45,000, 84% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$45,000
84% 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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units31
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,800
9% above US avg
Effective Rate8.44%
Nome has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.6 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.6 inches
38% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,326 ft (404 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density115/sq mi
Coordinates46.6758°N, 97.8163°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS38073
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.2-point margin. 24.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.1%
D 35%

Winner: Republican by 28.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.7%
86% below US avg
High School+90.7%
Graduate Degree+4.4%
School Test Score5.74
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density115/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access24.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities31
Restaurants19
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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