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Sentinel Butte, ND

North Dakota · Golden Valley County

Sentinel Butte is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 61. Residents earn $40,625 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
61 Population 59/sq mi density
$40,625 Median Income $33,956 per capita
43°F Avg Temperature 273 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$40,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $40,625
46% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.0%
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population61
Median Age62.6 yrs
Density59/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans54.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$40,625
Per Capita$33,956
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$118M
Commute23 min

Housing

Ownership100.0%
Zillow$241,992
Housing Units40
Rent Burden20.0%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property746/100K

Health

Obesity37.8%
Smoking16.6%
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain15.8 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation2,725 ft (831 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+2.5%
School Score6.49

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 12%
Commute23 min
Broadband35.0%
Libraries1

Is Sentinel Butte a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sentinel Butte receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Sentinel Butte offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sentinel Butte is $40,625, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Safety & Crime

Sentinel Butte 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 746 per 100,000, 62% below the national average.

Education

20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Sentinel Butte has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 273 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.8 inches, including 30.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Sentinel Butte has a population of 61 with a density of 59 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 62.6 years, 61% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 57.4% female and 42.6% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.3% of residents, while 6.7% speak Spanish. 54.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 42.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

61
Total Population
59
People / sq mi
62.6yrs
Median Age
61% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.6%
Female 57.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Sentinel Butte vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.3%
19% above US avg
Spanish 6.7%
50% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sentinel Butte vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sentinel Butte is $40,625, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,956 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $937, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 89 business establishments, including 6 restaurants. The cost of living index is 89, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sentinel Butte vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,625
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,956
Avg Weekly Wage$937
IRS Avg AGI$81,174
Gini Index0.378 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)89
County GDP$118M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare8
Retail13

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living89.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Drive Alone94.6%
Public Transit2.7%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $241,992. Fair market rent ranges from $795 for a one-bedroom to $965 for a two-bedroom apartment. 100.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 40 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. 20.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$241,992

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units40
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

In Sentinel Butte, 37.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.6% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.9% of residents. 31.6% have high blood pressure. 16.6% are current smokers. 22.3% report binge drinking. 25.7% are physically inactive. 22.2% report depression. 16.4% experience frequent mental distress. The food environment index is 5.9 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Sentinel Butte vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.6%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep34.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Mental Health1:349
Checkup Rate72.4%
Dental Visits62.8%
Premature Death6,249/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.9/10
Healthcare Facilities8
Sentinel Butte has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 746 per 100,000, 62% below the U.S. average. Overall, Sentinel Butte receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property746.3/100K
62% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Traffic Accidents18
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Sentinel Butte has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 273 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 15.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 30.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 2,725 feet.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.1°F
20% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,725 ft (831 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density59/sq mi
Coordinates46.9194°N, 103.8406°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyGolden Valley County County
Nearest AirportDickinson/Theodore Roosevelt Regional (DIK)
50 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.8"
58% below US avg
Snowfall 30.1"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.19"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.35"

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score13.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability56.9 / 100
Community Resilience24.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Very Low
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Very Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.3. Most recent: M2.6 on May 6, 2014.

Sep 28, 2012 22 km ESE of Williston, North Dakota M3.3 131 km
May 6, 2014 12 km NNW of Knife River, Montana M2.6 83 km
Jul 29, 2013 18 km SE of Ekalaka, Montana M2.6 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

110 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 2 fatalities, 28 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 29, 1975 EF4 79 km 1
Jun 29, 1961 EF4 68 km 0
Jun 11, 2016 EF3 75 km 0
Jul 8, 2009 EF3 78 km 0
May 24, 1953 EF3 27 km 0
Jul 19, 1952 EF3 70 km 0
Jul 19, 1952 EF3 32 km 1
Jun 10, 1952 EF3 21 km 0
May 26, 2014 EF2 98 km 0
Jul 25, 2001 EF2 17 km 0
Jul 25, 2001 EF2 53 km 0
Jun 20, 1999 EF2 50 km 0
May 26, 1978 EF2 90 km 0
Jun 14, 1977 EF2 75 km 0
Jun 4, 1976 EF2 49 km 0
Jun 27, 1975 EF2 76 km 0
Jul 11, 1965 EF2 81 km 0
Jul 18, 1962 EF2 96 km 0
Apr 22, 1957 EF2 53 km 0
Jun 10, 1952 EF2 64 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: GAP/ROUGH CREEK (53,708 ac, 1999).

Year Name Acres Distance
1999 GAP/ROUGH CREEK 53,708 78 km
1999 ROUGH CRK 7,887 96 km
2018 18 DONUT HOLE 7,838 31 km
1988 MIKES CREEK 5,309 41 km
2017 MAGPIE FIRE 5,056 54 km
2021 ROOSEVELT CREEK 4,608 31 km
2021 HORSE PASTURE 4,431 89 km
2004 DEEP CREEK 4,180 47 km
2012 DEEP CREEK 2 3,500 55 km
2003 3 MILE 3,394 88 km
1988 MONTANA LINE 3,307 90 km
1988 CINNAMON CREEK 3,204 54 km
1999 CEDARCRKN 2,964 58 km
2021 ELKHORN 2,784 41 km
2021 DOROTHY DRAW 2,565 57 km
2008 BROWN 2,519 44 km
2014 14 BEEF CORRAL WASH 2,471 30 km
1988 FANTAIL 2,341 48 km
2021 744 2,268 21 km
2000 TALKINGTON 1 2,204 45 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 22°F (-5°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 32°F (-0°C) 0.6 in
April 45°F (7°C) 1.4 in
May 56°F (14°C) 2.3 in
June 65°F (19°C) 3.2 in Wettest
July 71°F (22°C) 1.9 in Warmest
August 70°F (21°C) 1.5 in
September 58°F (15°C) 1.6 in
October 46°F (8°C) 0.9 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 0.5 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 0.4 in

Sentinel Butte has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 16°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (0.4").

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Sentinel Butte is located in Golden Valley County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, a rural community. 20.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 41% below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 86.1% of the vote, a 73.7-point margin. 35.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 8 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 94.6% of workers drive alone to work, while 2.7% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.1%
D 12.4%

Winner: Republican by 73.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Traffic Accidents18
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.0%
41% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+2.5%
School Test Score6.49
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro / Rural
Population Density59/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi
CountyGolden Valley County County

Services

Broadband Access35.0%
Avg Download Speed28.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed8.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants6
Retail Stores13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Drive Alone94.6%
Public Transit2.7%
Work from Home0.0%
Average costs for common services in Sentinel Butte. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $223 ($134–$356)
Specialist Visit $312 ($178–$490)
Urgent Care Visit $178 ($89–$312)
Emergency Room Visit $1,958 ($712–$4,450)
Dental Cleaning $116 ($67–$178)
Dental Filling $223 ($134–$356)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $40 ($22–$67)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $67 ($45–$107)
Brake Pad Replacement $267 ($134–$445)
Tire Rotation $36 ($18–$67)
New Tires (Set of 4) $534 ($356–$890)
Battery Replacement $178 ($89–$312)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $89 ($53–$134)
Electrician (Per Hour) $80 ($45–$125)
HVAC Repair $356 ($134–$712)
HVAC System Install $6,230 ($3,560–$10,680)
Roof Repair $890 ($356–$1,780)
Roof Replacement $8,010 ($4,895–$13,350)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,335 ($445–$3,115)
Divorce (Contested) $13,350 ($4,450–$26,700)
DUI Defense $4,450 ($1,780–$8,900)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,335 ($712–$2,670)
Will Preparation $445 ($178–$890)
Trust Preparation $2,225 ($890–$4,450)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$40)
Women's Haircut $49 ($27–$89)
Hair Coloring (Full) $134 ($67–$223)
Manicure $22 ($13–$40)
Pedicure $36 ($22–$58)
Massage (1 Hour) $71 ($45–$116)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.65 ($2.67–$4.90)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.12 ($2.23–$4.45)
Loaf of Bread $3.38 ($2.23–$4.90)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.01 ($2.67–$5.79)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.90 ($3.56–$6.68)
Rice (per lb) $0.89 ($0.53–$1.60)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $125 ($71–$223)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $62 ($27–$134)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $62 ($36–$107)
Internet (Monthly) $62 ($36–$89)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $58 ($27–$89)
Cable TV (Monthly) $76 ($45–$134)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $178 ($67–$445)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,780 ($1,068–$3,115)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $62 ($27–$116)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($7.12–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $89 ($27–$223)
Driver's License Renewal $27 ($13–$67)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,068 ($534–$2,225)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $890 ($445–$1,780)
After-School Care (Monthly) $356 ($178–$623)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $45 ($22–$89)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $890 ($356–$2,225)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,125 ($4,450–$26,700)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $53 ($27–$89)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $89 ($45–$178)
Dog Grooming $53 ($27–$89)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $36 ($18–$67)
Dog Spay/Neuter $267 ($134–$445)
Cat Spay/Neuter $178 ($89–$356)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$940
Toddler$858
Preschool$795
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$691
Toddler$652
Preschool$656
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Golden Valley County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 92 13 $30,810 1.44
Wholesale Trade 80 4 $87,596 3.17
Finance & Insurance 35 7 $67,326 1.35
Accommodation & Food Services 24 6 $14,878 0.41
Other Services 11 4 $21,471 0.57

Campgrounds Near Sentinel Butte

4 campgrounds found near Sentinel Butte.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Roundup Group Horse Camp 4.6/5 1 $70
Cottonwood Campground (ND) 4.5/5 71 $10–$60
Cottonwood Group Site (ND) 4.5/5 1 $60
Buffalo Gap Campground (ND) 4.4/5 36 $20

National Parks Near Sentinel Butte

3 national parks and monuments found near Sentinel Butte.

ParkTypeFee
Makoshika State Park State Park Free
Medicine Rocks State Park State Park Free
Theodore Roosevelt National Park National Park $30

Trails Near Sentinel Butte

43 trails found near Sentinel Butte.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
MAAH DAAH HEY 17.3 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MAAH DAAH HEY 13.4 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MAAH DAAH HEY 11.5 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MAAH DAAH HEY 8.7 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MAAH DAAH HEY 8.2 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MAAH DAAH HEY 7.2 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — Yes
MAAH DAAH HEY 6.7 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BUFFALO GAP 5.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BUFFALO GAP 5.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MAAH DAAH HEY 5.4 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MAAH DAAH HEY 4.9 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MAAH DAAH HEY 4.6 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MAAH DAAH HEY 4.2 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BUFFALO GAP 4.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MAAH DAAH HEY 3.7 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MAAH DAAH HEY 3.7 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MAAH DAAH HEY 3.0 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MAAH DAAH HEY 2.8 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MAAH DAAH HEY 2.6 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MAAH DAAH HEY 2.1 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BUFFALO GAP 2.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MAAH DAAH HEY 2.1 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MAAH DAAH HEY 1.6 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MAAH DAAH HEY 1.6 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
ICE CAVES 1.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MAAH DAAH HEY 1.4 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BUFFALO GAP LOOP 1.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BUFFALO GAP SPUR 1.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BUFFALO GAP 1.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MAAH DAAH HEY 1.1 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MAAH DAAH HEY 1.1 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — Yes
COAL CREEK 0.7 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MAGPIE 0.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
ASPEN 0.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BATTLE OF THE BADLANDS 0.2 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — —
WANNAGAN 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BEAR CREEK 0.2 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BULLY PULPIT 0.2 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
COAL CREEK SPUR 0.1 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SURVEY MONUMENT 0.1 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BUFFALO GAP VIEWPOINT 0.1 AC- ASPHALT Yes — —
JUNIPER SPUR 0.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ELKHORN 0.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes

Museums in Sentinel Butte

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
GOLDEN VALLEY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION180 1ST AVE S E7018723938

Libraries in Sentinel Butte

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
GOLDEN VALLEY COUNTY LIBRARY54 CENTRAL AVENUE0.07,579

Farmers Markets in Sentinel Butte

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Yarker at Beach Gardens

Cell Towers in Sentinel Butte

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
16110 Sentinel Butte Hill Road (107976)LTOWER84
16110 Sentinel Butte Hill Road (107976)LTOWER84

Fire Stations in Sentinel Butte

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Sentinel Butte Volunteer Fire Department/ Sentinel Rural Fire Protection District61 E Front STVolunteer701-872-3964

Bridges in Sentinel Butte

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19681251,425G
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19681251,425G
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19681401,425F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19681401,425F
CulvertConcrete193324375F
Channel BeamConcrete195927150F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete continuous1968240140G
Channel BeamConcrete19553160F
Tee BeamConcrete19554060F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete continuous198514640G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19389324F
CulvertConcrete19502424F
CulvertConcrete19382624F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber193810024F
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete202011020G
CulvertConcrete19842515F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19504010F

Airports Near Sentinel Butte

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Baker Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Beach Airport—Small Airport
Boyd's Turf Airport—Small Airport
Dilse Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Hollstein Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Johny Creek Airport—Small Airport
Tachenko Strip—Small Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sentinel Butte

What is the population of Sentinel Butte?

Sentinel Butte has a population of 61 residents and is located in North Dakota. The population density is 59 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 62.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 57.4% female and 42.6% male.

Is Sentinel Butte expensive to live in?

Sentinel Butte is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $40,625, 46% below the national average of $75,149.

Is Sentinel Butte safe?

Sentinel Butte is considered a very safe city 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 746 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Sentinel Butte receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Sentinel Butte?

Sentinel Butte has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.8 inches, with 30.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Sentinel Butte?

The job market in Sentinel Butte is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $937. There are 89 business establishments in the area, including 6 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How are the schools in Sentinel Butte?

Schools in Sentinel Butte score 6.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 20.0% of adults in Sentinel Butte hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Sentinel Butte?

The obesity rate in Sentinel Butte is 37.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.6% of adults are smokers. 25.7% are physically inactive. 22.2% of residents report depression.

What is transportation like in Sentinel Butte?

The average commute in Sentinel Butte is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 94.6% of workers drive alone to work, 2.7% use public transit, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sentinel Butte?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sentinel Butte is 100% White. 93.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.7% speak Spanish. 54.0% of the population are military veterans. 42.2% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

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