Parshall, ND

North Dakota

Parshall is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 957. Residents earn $42,500 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
957 Population 270/sq mi density
$42,500 Median Income $31,501 per capita
$121,700 Home Value
$711 Median Rent
39°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$42,500 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$121,700 home value, $711/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,500
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $121,700
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.1%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $711
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.6%
42% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 29.8%
140% higher than US avg

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

People

Population957
Median Age37.1 yrs
Density270/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 30%

Economy

C+
Median Income$42,500
Per Capita$31,501
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty29.8%
County GDP$1,931M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,700
Rent$711
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain19.3 in/yr
Elevation1,977 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.1%
High School+74.9%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute27 min
Libraries1

Is Parshall a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Parshall receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Parshall offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Parshall is $42,500, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. The poverty rate of 29.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Parshall is $121,700, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $711 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Parshall has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.3 inches, including 47.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Parshall has a population of 957 with a density of 270 people per square mile. The median age is 37.1 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (64.1%), with 29.9% White, 4% Black, 3% Asian.

Population

957
Total Population
270
People / sq mi
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Parshall vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.1%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.9%
49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Parshall vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Parshall is $42,500, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 29.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Parshall vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,500
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,501
Avg Weekly Wage$1,650
IRS Avg AGI$155,750

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate29.8%
140% above US avg
Establishments (County)221
County GDP$1,931M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare6
Retail16
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,225
8% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Parshall is $121,700, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $711 (39% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,700
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$711
39% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied42.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,225
8% below US avg
Effective Rate2.65%
In Parshall, 45.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 34.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.6%
42% above US avg
Diabetes14.8%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure36.0%
Asthma12.8%
COPD8.4%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity34.7%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress16.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.6%
Checkup Rate72.1%
Premature Death10,631/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access35.4%
Healthcare Facilities6

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Parshall has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average38.7°F
28% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.3 inches
49% below US avg
Snowfall47.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,977 ft (603 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.2 km²)
Population Density270/sq mi
Coordinates47.9595°N, 102.1338°W
County FIPS38025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.1%
D 14.9%

Winner: Republican by 69.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.1%
52% below US avg
High School+74.9%
School Test Score5.74
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density270/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities6
Restaurants15
Retail Stores16

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Work from Home3.8%

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