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Pick City, ND

North Dakota

Pick City is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 113. Residents earn $58,500 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
113 Population 595/sq mi density
$58,500 Median Income $34,285 per capita
$145,800 Home Value
$683 Median Rent 13.3% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 273 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$58,500 median income, 5.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$145,800 home value, $683/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,500
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $145,800
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.6%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $683
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.7%
22% lower than US avg

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

People

Population113
Median Age56.8 yrs
Density595/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans100.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$58,500
Per Capita$34,285
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty9.7%
County GDP$1,016M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$145,800
Rent$683
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units162
Rent Burden13.3%

Health

Obesity40.1%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking16.3%
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain17.8 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation1,919 ft (585 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.6%
High School+92.8%
Graduate+1.1%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute14 min
Broadband60.0%
Libraries7

Is Pick City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pick City 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, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Pick City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pick City is $58,500, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pick City is $145,800, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $683 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Pick City has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Pick City has a population of 113 with a density of 595 people per square mile. The median age is 56.8 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.5%), with 3.5% Hispanic.

Population

113
Total Population
595
People / sq mi
56.8yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.2%
Female 55.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Pick City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.4%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.6%
36% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pick City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pick City is $58,500, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Pick City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,500
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,285
Avg Weekly Wage$1,324
IRS Avg AGI$88,300

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.7%
22% below US avg
Establishments (County)392
County GDP$1,016M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare21
Retail33
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,850
10% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.7 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pick City is $145,800, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $683 (41% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$145,800
48% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$683
41% below US avg
Rent Burden13.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.3%
Housing Units162
Median Year Built1990

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,850
10% above US avg
Effective Rate2.64%
In Pick City, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.3% are current smokers. 21.1% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Pick City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.3%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.0%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep33.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.2%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.3%
Dental Visits59.9%
Premature Death10,092/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access38.7%
Healthcare Facilities21
Pick City has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.8 inches. The area enjoys 273 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average40.9°F
24% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.8 inches
53% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,919 ft (585 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density595/sq mi
Coordinates47.5110°N, 101.4573°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS38055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.1-point margin. 60.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.4%
D 20.3%

Winner: Republican by 58.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.6%
45% below US avg
High School+92.8%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
School Test Score5.74
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density595/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants21
Retail Stores33

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.7 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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