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Selz, ND

North Dakota

Selz is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 71. Residents earn $73,958 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
71 Population 507/sq mi density
$73,958 Median Income $35,556 per capita
$44,100 Home Value
40°F Avg Temperature 273 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$73,958 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$44,100 home value
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,958
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $44,100
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.8%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.5%
32% lower than US avg

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

People

Population71
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density507/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans71.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,958
Per Capita$35,556
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.5%
County GDP$444M
Commute7 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$44,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units35
Rent Burden28.4%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain19.3 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation1,604 ft (489 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.8%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute7 min
Broadband40.0%
Libraries1

Is Selz a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Selz receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Selz stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Selz is $73,958, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Selz is $44,100, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Selz has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Selz has a population of 71 with a density of 507 people per square mile. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

71
Total Population
507
People / sq mi
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.7%
Female 56.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Selz vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Selz vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Selz is $73,958, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes.

Income: Selz vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,958
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,556
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$83,996

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
32% below US avg
Establishments (County)207
County GDP$444M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare16
Retail26
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time6.9 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Selz is $44,100, 84% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$44,100
84% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units35
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Selz has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.3 inches. The area enjoys 273 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.8°F
26% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.3 inches
49% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,604 ft (489 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density507/sq mi
Coordinates47.8594°N, 99.8934°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS38103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 33.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (0% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.9-point margin. 40.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81%
D 18.1%

Winner: Republican by 62.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.8%
0% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.74
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density507/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access40.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants18
Retail Stores26

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute6.9 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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