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Rutland, ND

North Dakota

Rutland is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 92. Residents earn $94,167 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
92 Population 236/sq mi density
$94,167 Median Income $45,314 per capita
$85,000 Home Value
$463 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$94,167 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,000 home value, $463/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,167
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $85,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.7%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $463
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.4%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population92
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density236/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans86.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$94,167
Per Capita$45,314
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty5.4%
County GDP$1,784M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,000
Rent$463
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units56
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity40.8%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking14.2%
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain23.2 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,225 ft (373 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.7%
High School+94.9%
Graduate+5.9%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute18 min
Broadband50.0%
Libraries2

Is Rutland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rutland receives an overall livability score of 4.1 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. Rutland stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rutland is $94,167, 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 2.2%. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rutland is $85,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $463 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Rutland has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Rutland has a population of 92 with a density of 236 people per square mile. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%), with 4.3% Hispanic.

Population

92
Total Population
236
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Rutland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Rutland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rutland is $94,167, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Rutland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,167
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,314
Avg Weekly Wage$1,227
IRS Avg AGI$82,176

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.4%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)191
County GDP$1,784M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare9
Retail14
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,433
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.4 min
Drive Alone67.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Rutland is $85,000, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $463 (60% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,000
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$463
60% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.0%
Housing Units56
Median Year Built1946

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,433
2% below US avg
Effective Rate4.04%
In Rutland, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 14.2% are current smokers. 20.9% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.4%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.2%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking24.8%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress14.8%
Physical Distress11.2%
Short Sleep33.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.6%
Dental Visits66.6%
Premature Death8,707/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.9/10
Exercise Access65.4%
Healthcare Facilities9
Rutland has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.2 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average41.5°F
23% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.2 inches
39% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,225 ft (373 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density236/sq mi
Coordinates46.0543°N, 97.5068°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS38081
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.7-point margin. 50.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.5%
D 32.8%

Winner: Republican by 32.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.7%
47% below US avg
High School+94.9%
Graduate Degree+5.9%
School Test Score5.74
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density236/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access50.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants12
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.4 min
Drive Alone67.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.7%

Nearby Cities

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