North River, ND

North Dakota · Metropolitan Area

North River is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 67. Residents earn $156,250 per year, which is 108% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
67 Population 1,117/sq mi density
$156,250 Median Income $58,637 per capita
$363,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$156,250 median income, 6.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$363,600 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
52.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $156,250
108% higher than US avg
Home Value $363,600
29% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 52.2%
55% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
67% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population67
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density1,117/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans49.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$156,250
Per Capita$58,637
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,919M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$363,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain24.0 in/yr
Elevation892 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+52.2%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 49%
Commute33 min
Broadband22.0%
Libraries3

Is North River a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North River receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. North River stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North River is $156,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 108% above $75,149. This places North River among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North River is $363,600, 29% above the national median. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

North River is a highly educated community — 52.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above 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

North River has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.0 inches, including 51.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

North River has a population of 67 with a density of 1,117 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

67
Total Population
1,117
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

North River vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

North River vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North River is $156,250, which is 108% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: North River vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$156,250
108% above US avg
Per Capita Income$58,637
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$72,991

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,520
County GDP$2,919M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare178
Retail148
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,896
40% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.1 min
Drive Alone67.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.9%

Walkability

The median home value in North River is $363,600, 29% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$363,600
29% above 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%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,896
40% above US avg
Effective Rate1.35%

Health Metrics: North River vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death7,319/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access87.4%
Healthcare Facilities178

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

North River has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average42.2°F
22% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.0 inches
37% below US avg
Snowfall51.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation892 ft (272 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density1,117/sq mi
Coordinates46.9505°N, 96.8033°W
County FIPS27027
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 52.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.5-point margin. 22.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.8%
D 49.3%

Winner: Democrat by 0.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+52.2%
55% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.74
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,117/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access22.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities178
Restaurants100
Retail Stores148

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.1 min
Drive Alone67.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.9%

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