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Pettibone, ND

North Dakota

Pettibone is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 42. Residents earn $25,000 per year, which is 67% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
42 Population 233/sq mi density
$25,000 Median Income $26,367 per capita
$33,400 Home Value
39°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$25,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$33,400 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $25,000
67% lower than US avg
Home Value $33,400
88% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.4%
84% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.6%
131% higher than US avg

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

People

Population42
Median Age70.5 yrs
Density233/mi²
Male / Female67% / 33%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans40.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$25,000
Per Capita$26,367
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty28.6%
County GDP$444M
Commute11 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$33,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units41
Rent Burden28.4%

Health

Obesity39.6%
Uninsured8.6%
Smoking15.3%
Depression19.5%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation1,839 ft (561 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.4%
High School+78.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute11 min
Broadband28.0%
Libraries1

Is Pettibone a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pettibone receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Pettibone has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pettibone is $25,000, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 28.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pettibone is $33,400, 88% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Pettibone has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Pettibone has a population of 42 with a density of 233 people per square mile. The median age is 70.5 years, 81% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

42
Total Population
233
People / sq mi
70.5yrs
Median Age
81% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 66.7%
Female 33.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Pettibone vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.9%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pettibone vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pettibone is $25,000, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Pettibone vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,000
67% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,367
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$83,996

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate28.6%
131% above US avg
Establishments (County)207
County GDP$444M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare16
Retail26
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.4 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Pettibone is $33,400, 88% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$33,400
88% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.4%
Housing Units41
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

In Pettibone, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.3% are current smokers. 19.5% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma9.1%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.3%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking25.1%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression19.5%
Mental Distress14.4%
Physical Distress11.7%
Short Sleep34.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Uninsured8.6%
0% below US avg
Checkup Rate70.6%
Dental Visits60.9%
Premature Death4,966/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access59.2%
Healthcare Facilities16
Pettibone has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area enjoys 253 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.2°F
27% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,839 ft (561 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density233/sq mi
Coordinates47.1171°N, 99.5208°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS38103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.9-point margin. 28.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81%
D 18.1%

Winner: Republican by 62.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.4%
84% below US avg
High School+78.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.74
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density233/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access28.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants18
Retail Stores26

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.4 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

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