Reeder, ND

North Dakota

Reeder is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 137. Residents earn $35,250 per year, which is 53% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
137 Population 199/sq mi density
$35,250 Median Income $26,415 per capita
$46,100 Home Value
$850 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$35,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$46,100 home value, $850/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,250
53% lower than US avg
Home Value $46,100
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.4%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population137
Median Age53.7 yrs
Density199/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Veterans78.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$35,250
Per Capita$26,415
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$169M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$46,100
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain14.3 in/yr
Elevation2,813 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.4%
High School+85.7%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute17 min
Broadband69.0%
Libraries1

Is Reeder a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Reeder receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Reeder offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Reeder is $35,250, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Reeder is $46,100, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Reeder has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Reeder has a population of 137 with a density of 199 people per square mile. The median age is 53.7 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.9%), with 24.1% Hispanic.

Population

137
Total Population
199
People / sq mi
53.7yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.7%
Female 42.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Reeder vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Reeder vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Reeder is $35,250, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Reeder vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,250
53% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,415
Avg Weekly Wage$967
IRS Avg AGI$66,605

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)118
County GDP$169M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare15
Retail13
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.3 min
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Reeder is $46,100, 84% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$46,100
84% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.6%

Property Tax

In Reeder, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.1% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.1%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Checkup Rate70.7%
Premature Death11,263/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access11.0%
Healthcare Facilities15

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Reeder has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.3°F
22% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.3 inches
62% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,813 ft (857 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density199/sq mi
Coordinates46.1059°N, 102.9422°W
County FIPS38001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.7-point margin. 69.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.8%
D 18.1%

Winner: Republican by 62.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.4%
60% below US avg
High School+85.7%
School Test Score5.74
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density199/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants7
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.3 min
Work from Home1.9%

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