Scranton, ND

North Dakota

Scranton is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 408. Residents earn $91,250 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
408 Population 591/sq mi density
$91,250 Median Income $30,030 per capita
$109,700 Home Value
$775 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$91,250 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$109,700 home value, $775/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,250
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $109,700
61% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.1%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.6%
10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population408
Median Age34.2 yrs
Density591/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans9.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$91,250
Per Capita$30,030
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty13.6%
County GDP$251M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$109,700
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden22.5%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain17.1 in/yr
Elevation2,779 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.1%
High School+90.4%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute19 min
Broadband92.0%
Libraries1

Is Scranton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Scranton receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Scranton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Scranton is $91,250, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Scranton is $109,700, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Scranton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Scranton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.1 inches, including 48.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Scranton has a population of 408 with a density of 591 people per square mile. The median age is 34.2 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.7%), with 10.3% Hispanic.

Population

408
Total Population
591
People / sq mi
34.2yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Scranton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Scranton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Scranton is $91,250, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Scranton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,250
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$30,030
Avg Weekly Wage$1,060
IRS Avg AGI$81,734

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.6%
10% above US avg
Establishments (County)195
County GDP$251M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare16
Retail23
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,000
14% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.3 min
Drive Alone62.9%
Public Transit1.8%
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Scranton is $109,700, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,700
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% 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-Occupied84.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,000
14% below US avg
Effective Rate2.73%
In Scranton, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.1%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.4%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death5,433/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.7/10
Exercise Access72.0%
Healthcare Facilities16
Scranton has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Scranton has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.3°F
22% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.1 inches
55% below US avg
Snowfall48.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,779 ft (847 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density591/sq mi
Coordinates46.1495°N, 103.1430°W
County FIPS38011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73.1-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.9%
D 12.9%

Winner: Republican by 73.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.1%
40% below US avg
High School+90.4%
School Test Score5.74
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density591/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants13
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.3 min
Drive Alone62.9%
Public Transit1.8%
Work from Home5.9%

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