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Pillsbury, ND

North Dakota · Steele County

Pillsbury is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 11.

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
11 Population 42/sq mi density
$162,500 Home Value
39°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $162,500
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.1%
73% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population11
Median Age71.3 yrs
Density42/mi²
Male / Female73% / 27%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans11.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$47,273
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$213M

Housing

Home Value$162,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units9
Rent Burden18.8%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain20.9 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,279 ft (390 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.1%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+11.1%
School Score6.61

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
CommuteN/A
Broadband8.0%

Is Pillsbury a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pillsbury receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Pillsbury faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pillsbury is $162,500, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.6/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Pillsbury has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.9 inches, including 34.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Pillsbury has a population of 11 with a density of 42 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 71.3 years, 83% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 27.3% female and 72.7% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 11.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 22.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

11
Total Population
42
People / sq mi
71.3yrs
Median Age
83% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 72.7%
Female 27.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Pillsbury vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Pillsbury vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pillsbury is N/A. Per capita income is $47,273 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,192, 17% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 84 business establishments, including 6 restaurants. The cost of living index is 89, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Pillsbury vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$47,273
Avg Weekly Wage$1,192
IRS Avg AGI$102,381

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)84
County GDP$213M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Retail7
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living89.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Pillsbury is $162,500, 42% below the national median of $281,900. Fair market rent ranges from $795 for a one-bedroom to $965 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 9 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. 18.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,500
42% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden18.8%

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%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units9
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Pillsbury has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 65°F. The area gets 276 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 20.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 34.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 1,279 feet.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-16°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average38.7°F
28% below US avg
January Average4°F (-16°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.9 inches
45% below US avg
Snowfall34.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,279 ft (390 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density42/sq mi
Coordinates47.2071°N, 97.7957°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountySteele County County
County FIPS38091

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 4°F (-16°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 13°F (-11°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 0.9 in
April 42°F (5°C) 1.7 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.4 in
June 65°F (19°C) 3.3 in Wettest
July 69°F (20°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 2.6 in
September 58°F (14°C) 2.2 in
October 45°F (7°C) 1.4 in
November 26°F (-3°C) 0.7 in
December 12°F (-11°C) 0.6 in

Pillsbury has a seasonal temperature swing of 65°F — from 4°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (0.4").

Pillsbury is located in Steele County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 9.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 73% below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 11.1% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 6.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 61.9% of the vote, a 25.4-point margin. 8.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.9%
D 36.5%

Winner: Republican by 25.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.1%
73% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+11.1%
School Test Score6.61
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density42/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi
CountySteele County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access8.0%
Restaurants6
Retail Stores7

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Pillsbury

What is the population of Pillsbury?

Pillsbury has a population of 11 residents and is located in North Dakota. The population density is 42 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 71.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 27.3% female and 72.7% male.

Is Pillsbury expensive to live in?

Pillsbury is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89 — below the baseline of 100. The median home value is $162,500 (42% below the U.S. median).

What is the weather like in Pillsbury?

Pillsbury has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 4°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.9 inches, with 34.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Pillsbury?

The job market in Pillsbury is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,192. There are 84 business establishments in the area, including 6 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Pillsbury?

The median home value in Pillsbury is $162,500.

How are the schools in Pillsbury?

Schools in Pillsbury score 6.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 9.1% of adults in Pillsbury hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 11.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What are the demographics of Pillsbury?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Pillsbury is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 11.0% of the population are military veterans. 22.2% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

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