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Powers Lake, ND

North Dakota

Powers Lake is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 292. Residents earn $77,750 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
292 Population 210/sq mi density
$77,750 Median Income $51,716 per capita
$165,000 Home Value
$1,074 Median Rent 18.7% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 200 sunny days/yr
300 Violent Crime/100K 2,402 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$77,750 median income, 15.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$165,000 home value, $1,074/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
300 violent crimes/100K (21% below avg)
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,750
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $165,000
41% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 300/100K
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.9%
11% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,074
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 15.6%
333% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population292
Median Age39.5 yrs
Density210/mi²
Male / Female57% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans1.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$77,750
Per Capita$51,716
Unemployment15.6%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$293M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$165,000
Rent$1,074
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units157
Rent Burden18.7%

Crime

F
Violent300/100K
Property2,402/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault300/100K
Burglary601/100K

Health

Obesity37.2%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking13.5%
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days200/yr
Elevation2,226 ft (678 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.9%
High School+94.8%
Graduate+1.1%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 12%
Commute32 min
Broadband83.9%
Libraries1

Is Powers Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Powers Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Powers Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Powers Lake is $77,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 15.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Powers Lake is $165,000, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,074 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Powers Lake is below the national average at 300 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,402 per 100,000, 23% above the national average.

Education

29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Powers Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 200 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Powers Lake has a population of 292 with a density of 210 people per square mile. The median age is 39.5 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%).

Population

292
Total Population
210
People / sq mi
39.5yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.5%
Female 43.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Powers Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Powers Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Powers Lake is $77,750, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 15.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Powers Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,750
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,716
Avg Weekly Wage$1,329
IRS Avg AGI$93,079

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.6%
333% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)126
County GDP$293M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare4
Retail9

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone83.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Powers Lake is $165,000, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,074 (8% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,000
41% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,074
8% below US avg
Rent Burden18.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.5%
Housing Units157
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

In Powers Lake, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 13.5% are current smokers. 21.4% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Powers Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.5%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.8%
Physical Inactivity20.7%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress14.8%
Physical Distress10.9%
Short Sleep32.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Checkup Rate72.3%
Dental Visits66.5%
Premature Death5,189/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access12.7%
Healthcare Facilities4
Powers Lake has a violent crime rate of 300 per 100,000 residents, 21% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,402 per 100,000 (23% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent300.3/100K
21% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault300.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,402.4/100K
23% above US avg
Burglary600.6/100K
Theft1,801.8/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Powers Lake has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area enjoys 200 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average38.2°F
29% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days200 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,226 ft (678 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density210/sq mi
Coordinates48.5640°N, 102.6456°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS38013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 74.1-point margin. 83.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.5%
D 12.4%

Winner: Republican by 74.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.9%
11% below US avg
High School+94.8%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
School Test Score5.74
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density210/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.9%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants8
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone83.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

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