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Riverdale, ND

North Dakota

Riverdale is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 187. Residents earn $96,667 per year, which is 29% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
187 Population 135/sq mi density
$96,667 Median Income $60,281 per capita
$220,500 Home Value $205,248 Zillow
42°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$96,667 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$220,500 home value
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,667
29% higher than US avg
Home Value $220,500
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.5%
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population187
Median Age62.9 yrs
Density135/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans12.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$96,667
Per Capita$60,281
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.3%
County GDP$1,016M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$220,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$205,248
Housing Units214
Rent Burden23.3%

Health

Obesity39.8%
Uninsured6.9%
Smoking13.8%
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation1,964 ft (599 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.5%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+6.9%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute23 min
Broadband96.3%
Libraries7

Is Riverdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Riverdale receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Riverdale stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Riverdale is $96,667, 29% 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%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Riverdale is $220,500, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

31.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Riverdale has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Riverdale has a population of 187 with a density of 135 people per square mile. The median age is 62.9 years, 62% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

187
Total Population
135
People / sq mi
62.9yrs
Median Age
62% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Riverdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Riverdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Riverdale is $96,667, which is 29% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Riverdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,667
29% above US avg
Per Capita Income$60,281
Avg Weekly Wage$1,324
IRS Avg AGI$88,300

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)392
County GDP$1,016M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare21
Retail33
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,850
10% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Riverdale is $220,500, 22% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $205,248.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$220,500
22% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$205,248

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden23.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.3%
Housing Units214
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,850
10% above US avg
Effective Rate1.75%
In Riverdale, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. 13.8% are current smokers. 22.2% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.8%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking23.2%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress11.1%
Short Sleep33.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Uninsured6.9%
20% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.3%
Dental Visits64.8%
Premature Death10,092/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access38.7%
Healthcare Facilities21
Riverdale has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area enjoys 253 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average41.8°F
23% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,964 ft (599 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density135/sq mi
Coordinates47.4968°N, 101.3670°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS38055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 31.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.1-point margin. 96.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.4%
D 20.3%

Winner: Republican by 58.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.5%
7% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+6.9%
School Test Score5.74
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density135/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants21
Retail Stores33

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

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