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Porcupine, ND

North Dakota

Porcupine is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 136. Residents earn $80,417 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
136 Population 680/sq mi density
$80,417 Median Income $13,865 per capita
$771 Median Rent 12.1% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 273 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$80,417 median income, 16.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$771/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,417
7% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $771
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 48.0%
50% higher than US avg
Unemployment 16.0%
344% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

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

People

Population136
Median Age16.7 yrs
Density680/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans61.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$80,417
Per Capita$13,865
Unemployment16.0%
Poverty10.3%
County GDP$151M
Commute47 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$771
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units44
Rent Burden12.1%

Health

Obesity48.0%
Uninsured13.7%
Smoking31.0%
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain18.5 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation1,800 ft (549 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+79.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 69%
Commute47 min
Broadband36.0%

Is Porcupine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Porcupine receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Porcupine stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Porcupine is $80,417, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 16.0%, unemployment is notably high. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $771 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Porcupine has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Porcupine has a population of 136 with a density of 680 people per square mile. The median age is 16.7 years, 57% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (97.1%).

Population

136
Total Population
680
People / sq mi
16.7yrs
Median Age
57% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Porcupine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.1%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.9%
26% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Porcupine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Porcupine is $80,417, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 16.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.

Income: Porcupine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,417
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$13,865
Avg Weekly Wage$1,075
IRS Avg AGI$38,089

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.0%
344% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% below US avg
Establishments (County)78
County GDP$151M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare4
Retail5

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time46.5 min
Drive Alone56.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $771 (34% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$771
34% below US avg
Rent Burden12.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied36.1%
Housing Units44
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

In Porcupine, 48.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.7% of residents lack health insurance. 31.0% are current smokers. 21.7% report depression. 36.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity48.0%
50% above US avg
Diabetes19.1%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure40.3%
Asthma13.7%
COPD10.0%
Cancer5.9%
Stroke5.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking31.0%
121% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity36.8%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress19.7%
Short Sleep44.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate58.6%
Uninsured13.7%
59% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.1%
Dental Visits41.3%
Premature Death35,129/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.3/10
Exercise Access19.2%
Healthcare Facilities4
Porcupine has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.5 inches. The area enjoys 273 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average42.8°F
21% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.5 inches
51% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,800 ft (549 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density680/sq mi
Coordinates46.2218°N, 101.1001°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS38085
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 38.8-point margin. 36.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30%
D 68.8%

Winner: Democrat by 38.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+79.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.74
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density680/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access36.0%
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants5
Retail Stores5

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute46.5 min
Drive Alone56.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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