Solen, ND

North Dakota

Solen is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 85. Residents earn $26,250 per year, which is 65% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
85 Population 258/sq mi density
$26,250 Median Income $12,378 per capita
$20,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$26,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$20,800 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,250
65% lower than US avg
Home Value $20,800
93% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.1%
94% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.3%
44% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 50.0%
303% higher than US avg

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

People

Population85
Median Age32.9 yrs
Density258/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 15%
Veterans52.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$26,250
Per Capita$12,378
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty50.0%
County GDP$178M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$20,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity46.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease8.6%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI38 (Good)
Elevation1,678 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.1%
High School+89.4%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute29 min
Broadband24.0%
Libraries1

Is Solen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Solen receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Solen has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Solen is $26,250, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 50.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Solen is $20,800, 93% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Solen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Solen has a population of 85 with a density of 258 people per square mile. The median age is 32.9 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (84.7%), with 15.3% White.

Population

85
Total Population
258
People / sq mi
32.9yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Solen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.1%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Solen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Solen is $26,250, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 50.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Solen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,250
65% below US avg
Per Capita Income$12,378
Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$72,513

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate50.0%
303% above US avg
Establishments (County)166
County GDP$178M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare11
Retail21
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.9 min
Drive Alone38.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Solen is $20,800, 93% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$20,800
93% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.8%

Property Tax

In Solen, 46.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 35.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.3%
44% above US avg
Diabetes16.2%
Heart Disease8.6%
High Blood Pressure38.4%
Asthma14.3%
COPD10.5%
Stroke5.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity35.7%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress19.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.1%
Checkup Rate73.7%
Premature Death10,037/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access39.1%
Healthcare Facilities11

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Solen has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.2°F
20% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,678 ft (511 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density258/sq mi
Coordinates46.3873°N, 100.7956°W
County FIPS38029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 2.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 77.6-point margin. 24.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.3%
D 10.7%

Winner: Republican by 77.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.1%
94% below US avg
High School+89.4%
School Test Score5.74
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density258/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access24.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants12
Retail Stores21

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.9 min
Drive Alone38.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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