Souris, ND

North Dakota

Souris is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 44. Residents earn $47,000 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
44 Population 440/sq mi density
$47,000 Median Income $56,495 per capita
40°F Avg Temperature 274 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$47,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,000
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population44
Median Age57.5 yrs
Density440/mi²
Male / Female75% / 25%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans40.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,000
Per Capita$56,495
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$586M
Commute24 min

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain18.8 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation1,510 ft (460 m)

Education

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

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute24 min
Broadband30.0%
Libraries2

Is Souris a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Souris receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Souris stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Souris is $47,000, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Souris has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 274 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.8 inches, including 49.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Souris has a population of 44 with a density of 440 people per square mile. The median age is 57.5 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

44
Total Population
440
People / sq mi
57.5yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 75%
Female 25%

Race & Ethnicity

Souris vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.2%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.8%
34% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Souris vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Souris is $47,000, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Souris vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,000
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$56,495
Avg Weekly Wage$1,013
IRS Avg AGI$85,516

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)335
County GDP$586M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare18
Retail29
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Souris has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.8 inches. The area enjoys 274 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.5°F
27% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.8 inches
51% below US avg
Snowfall49.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,510 ft (460 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density440/sq mi
Coordinates48.9100°N, 100.6826°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS38009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.3-point margin. 30.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.8%
D 21.5%

Winner: Republican by 55.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.74
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density440/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access30.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants27
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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