Ross, ND

North Dakota

Ross is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 161. Residents earn $81,328 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
161 Population 555/sq mi density
$81,328 Median Income $32,871 per capita
N/A Home Value
$1,358 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$81,328 median income, 10.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$1,358/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,328
8% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.7%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,358
17% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.6%
194% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population161
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density555/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$81,328
Per Capita$32,871
Unemployment10.6%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,277M

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,358
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.5%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain15.4 in/yr
Elevation2,299 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.7%
High School+89.4%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
CommuteN/A
Broadband78.0%
Libraries3

Is Ross a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ross receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Ross offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ross is $81,328, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 10.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,358 per month.

Education

4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Ross has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.4 inches, including 43.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Ross has a population of 161 with a density of 555 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.8%).

Population

161
Total Population
555
People / sq mi
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.6%
Female 35.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Ross vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Ross vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ross is $81,328, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Ross vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,328
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,871
Avg Weekly Wage$1,493
IRS Avg AGI$111,396

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.6%
194% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)529
County GDP$2,277M

Business (County)

Restaurants36
Healthcare18
Retail43
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,344
4% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,358 (17% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,358
17% above 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-Occupied4.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,344
4% below US avg
In Ross, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.5% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.0%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression19.5%
Mental Distress14.8%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate55.9%
Checkup Rate67.5%
Premature Death18,736/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access74.7%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Ross has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.0°F
22% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.4 inches
59% below US avg
Snowfall43.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,299 ft (701 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density555/sq mi
Coordinates48.3128°N, 102.5435°W
County FIPS38061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.2-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.9%
D 27.7%

Winner: Republican by 43.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.7%
86% below US avg
High School+89.4%
School Test Score5.74
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density555/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants36
Retail Stores43

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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