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Noonan, ND

North Dakota

Noonan is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 139. Residents earn $63,958 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
139 Population 479/sq mi density
$63,958 Median Income $44,712 per capita
$93,500 Home Value
40°F Avg Temperature 274 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$63,958 median income, 10.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$93,500 home value
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,958
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $93,500
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.5%
5% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.0%
178% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 51.4%
315% higher than US avg

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

People

Population139
Median Age46.1 yrs
Density479/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans17.3%

Economy

D
Median Income$63,958
Per Capita$44,712
Unemployment10.0%
Poverty51.4%
County GDP$273M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$93,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units147

Health

Obesity37.9%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking15.7%
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain16.1 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation1,961 ft (598 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.5%
High School+94.5%
Graduate+10.7%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute37 min
Broadband67.0%
Libraries1

Is Noonan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Noonan receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Noonan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Noonan is $63,958, 15% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 51.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Noonan is $93,500, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Noonan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 274 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.1 inches, including 40.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Noonan has a population of 139 with a density of 479 people per square mile. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.7%), with 18.7% Hispanic.

Population

139
Total Population
479
People / sq mi
46.1yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.2%
Female 46.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Noonan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Noonan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Noonan is $63,958, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 51.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Noonan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,958
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,712
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$88,966

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.0%
178% above US avg
Poverty Rate51.4%
315% above US avg
Establishments (County)125
County GDP$273M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare4
Retail9

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.4 min
Drive Alone64.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Noonan is $93,500, 67% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$93,500
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-Occupied88.1%
Housing Units147
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

In Noonan, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.7% are current smokers. 21.8% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.7%
12% above US avg
Binge Drinking24.4%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep31.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.5%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.9%
Dental Visits64.2%
Premature Death5,324/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access53.4%
Healthcare Facilities4
Noonan has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.1 inches. The area enjoys 274 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average40.2°F
26% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.1 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall40.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,961 ft (598 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density479/sq mi
Coordinates48.8903°N, 103.0103°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS38023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 35.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.4-point margin. 67.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 21.2%

Winner: Republican by 55.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.5%
5% above US avg
High School+94.5%
Graduate Degree+10.7%
School Test Score5.74
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density479/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants9
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.4 min
Drive Alone64.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

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