Rolette, ND

North Dakota

Rolette is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 347. Residents earn $90,179 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
347 Population 344/sq mi density
$90,179 Median Income $35,352 per capita
$120,300 Home Value
$404 Median Rent
36°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$90,179 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$120,300 home value, $404/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,179
20% higher than US avg
Home Value $120,300
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.8%
9% higher than US avg
Median Rent $404
65% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.0%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population347
Median Age52.8 yrs
Density344/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 67%

Economy

A+
Median Income$90,179
Per Capita$35,352
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$595M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,300
Rent$404
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp36°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain20.2 in/yr
Elevation1,623 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.8%
High School+90.9%
School Score4.35

Community

2024 VoteR 35% / D 63%
Commute35 min
Libraries2

Is Rolette a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rolette 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, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Rolette stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rolette is $90,179, 20% 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 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rolette is $120,300, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $404 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

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Rolette has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 3°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Rolette has a population of 347 with a density of 344 people per square mile. The median age is 52.8 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.1%), with 30.8% Hispanic, 2% Black.

Population

347
Total Population
344
People / sq mi
52.8yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Rolette vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Rolette vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rolette is $90,179, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Rolette vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,179
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,352
Avg Weekly Wage$1,007
IRS Avg AGI$60,770

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)287
County GDP$595M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare30
Retail43
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.6 min
Work from Home12.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Rolette is $120,300, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $404 (65% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,300
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$404
65% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$722
1 Bedroom$727
2 Bedrooms$954
3 Bedrooms$1,318
4 Bedrooms$1,600

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.4%

Property Tax

In Rolette, 45.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.1% report depression. 29.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.0%
40% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma12.6%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity29.2%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.9%
Checkup Rate72.1%
Premature Death22,508/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access66.1%
Healthcare Facilities30

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Rolette has an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 3°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

3°F Jan (-16°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average36.1°F
33% below US avg
January Average3°F (-16°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.2 inches
47% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,623 ft (495 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density344/sq mi
Coordinates48.6609°N, 99.8417°W
County FIPS38079
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 36.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 28.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 35.2%
D 63.2%

Winner: Democrat by 28.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.8%
9% above US avg
High School+90.9%
School Test Score4.35
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density344/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities30
Restaurants24
Retail Stores43

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.6 min
Work from Home12.5%

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