Regent, ND

North Dakota

Regent is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 176. Residents earn $56,250 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
176 Population 314/sq mi density
$56,250 Median Income $40,070 per capita
$57,100 Home Value
$822 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$56,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,100 home value, $822/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,250
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $57,100
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.1%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $822
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.4%
16% lower than US avg

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

People

Population176
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density314/mi²
Male / Female55% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,250
Per Capita$40,070
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.4%
County GDP$152M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$57,100
Rent$822
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain14.3 in/yr
Elevation2,464 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.1%
High School+93.0%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute32 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries2

Is Regent a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Regent receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Regent offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Regent is $56,250, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Regent is $57,100, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $822 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Regent 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.

Regent has a population of 176 with a density of 314 people per square mile. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

176
Total Population
314
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.5%
Female 45.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Regent vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Regent vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Regent is $56,250, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Regent vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,250
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,070
Avg Weekly Wage$956
IRS Avg AGI$84,748

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.4%
16% below US avg
Establishments (County)146
County GDP$152M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare5
Retail15

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Regent is $57,100, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $822 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,100
80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$822
29% 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-Occupied70.0%

Property Tax

In Regent, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.5%
Physical Inactivity22.9%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.7%
Checkup Rate71.9%
Premature Death6,977/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access31.1%
Healthcare Facilities5

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Regent 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

Elevation2,464 ft (751 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density314/sq mi
Coordinates46.4222°N, 102.5581°W
County FIPS38041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.3-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.2%
D 14.8%

Winner: Republican by 69.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.1%
37% below US avg
High School+93.0%
School Test Score5.74
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density314/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants5
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

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