Median Income $43,750

42% lower than US avg

Home Value $11,800

96% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 27.4%

19% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.6%

8% higher than US avg

Unemployment 10.3%

186% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 33.3%

169% higher than US avg

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

People

Population103

Median Age33.4 yrs

Density687/mi²

Male / Female52% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 82%

Veterans78.0%

Economy

Median Income$43,750

Per Capita$27,383

Unemployment10.3%

Poverty33.3%

County GDP$5,094M

Commute23 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$11,800

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units77

Rent Burden24.0%

Health

Obesity34.6%

Uninsured6.5%

Smoking13.5%

Depression21.0%

Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain16.7 in/yr

Sunny Days274/yr

Elevation1,658 ft (505 m)

Education

Bachelor's+27.4%

High School+79.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%

Commute23 min

Broadband50.0%

Libraries4

Is Ruthville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ruthville receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Ruthville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ruthville is $43,750, 42% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 33.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ruthville is $11,800, 96% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Ruthville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 274 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.7 inches, including 45.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Ruthville has a population of 103 with a density of 687 people per square mile. The median age is 33.4 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.6%), with 15.5% Hispanic.

Population

103

Total Population

687

People / sq mi

33.4yrs

Median Age

14% below US avg

0.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%

Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ruthville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ruthville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ruthville is $43,750, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 33.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Ruthville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$43,750
	42% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$27,383
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,163
IRS Avg AGI	$79,981

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	10.3%
	186% above US avg
Poverty Rate	33.3%
	169% above US avg
Establishments (County)	2,723
County GDP	$5,094M

Business (County)

Restaurants	176
Healthcare	196
Retail	284
Manufacturing	42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,178
	77% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	52.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	22.6 min
Drive Alone	87.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	12.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Ruthville is $11,800, 96% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$11,800
	96% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	24.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	74.0%
Housing Units	77
Median Year Built	1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,178
	77% above US avg
Effective Rate	52.36%

In Ruthville, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% of residents lack health insurance. 13.5% are current smokers. 21.0% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.6%
	8% above US avg
Diabetes	8.6%
Heart Disease	4.8%
High Blood Pressure	31.0%
Asthma	10.2%
COPD	5.1%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.5%
	4% below US avg
Binge Drinking	23.1%
Physical Inactivity	21.9%
Depression	21.0%
Mental Distress	14.7%
Physical Distress	11.0%
Short Sleep	40.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	85.9%
Uninsured	6.5%
	24% below US avg
Checkup Rate	72.0%
Dental Visits	64.8%
Premature Death	7,781/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.0/10
Exercise Access	79.5%
Healthcare Facilities	196

Ruthville has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.7 inches. The area enjoys 274 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	43.4°F
	20% below US avg
January Average	14°F (-10°C)
July Average	71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	274 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	16.7 inches
	56% below US avg
Snowfall	45.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,658 ft (505 m)
Area	0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density	687/sq mi
Coordinates	48.3708°N, 101.3002°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	38101

It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 27.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.4-point margin. 50.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.9%

D 25.5%

Winner: Republican by 47.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	27.4%
	19% below US avg
High School+	79.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.74

B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	687/sq mi
Total Area	0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	50.0%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	196
Restaurants	176
Retail Stores	284

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	22.6 min
Drive Alone	87.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	12.9%

Ruthville, ND

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Ruthville a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Ruthville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Ruthville vs U.S. Average

Income: Ruthville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities