Rhame, ND

North Dakota

Rhame is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 213. Residents earn $93,750 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
213 Population 142/sq mi density
$93,750 Median Income $26,371 per capita
$121,900 Home Value
$2,083 Median Rent 21.4% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 273 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$93,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$121,900 home value, $2,083/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,750
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $121,900
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.3%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $2,083
79% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population213
Median Age26.3 yrs
Density142/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans9.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$93,750
Per Capita$26,371
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$251M
Commute43 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,900
Rent$2,083
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units110
Rent Burden21.4%

Health

Obesity36.8%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking14.7%
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain17.1 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation3,208 ft (978 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.3%
High School+87.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute43 min
Broadband63.0%
Libraries1

Is Rhame a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rhame receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Rhame offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rhame is $93,750, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rhame is $121,900, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $2,083 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Rhame 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. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.1 inches, including 48.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Rhame has a population of 213 with a density of 142 people per square mile. The median age is 26.3 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

213
Total Population
142
People / sq mi
26.3yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.7%
Female 57.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Rhame vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rhame vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rhame is $93,750, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: Rhame vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,750
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$26,371
Avg Weekly Wage$1,060
IRS Avg AGI$81,734

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)195
County GDP$251M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare16
Retail23
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,000
14% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.2 min
Drive Alone65.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rhame is $121,900, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,083 (79% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,900
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,083
79% above US avg
Rent Burden21.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.2%
Housing Units110
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,000
14% below US avg
Effective Rate2.46%
In Rhame, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 14.7% are current smokers. 21.4% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.3%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress11.4%
Short Sleep35.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.4%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.5%
Dental Visits63.6%
Premature Death5,433/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.7/10
Exercise Access72.0%
Healthcare Facilities16
Rhame 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 17.1 inches. The area enjoys 273 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.1 inches
55% below US avg
Snowfall48.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,208 ft (978 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density142/sq mi
Coordinates46.2346°N, 103.6550°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS38011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73.1-point margin. 63.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.9%
D 12.9%

Winner: Republican by 73.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.3%
72% below US avg
High School+87.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.74
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density142/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants13
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.2 min
Drive Alone65.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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