Spiritwood Lake, ND

North Dakota

Spiritwood Lake is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 166.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
166 Population 146/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $90,134 per capita
N/A Home Value $337,676 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 41.0%
22% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population166
Median Age61.0 yrs
Density146/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$90,134
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$309M
Commute32 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$337,676

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.6%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Elevation1,502 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute32 min
Broadband74.0%
Libraries1

Is Spiritwood Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Spiritwood Lake receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Spiritwood Lake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.0% 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

Spiritwood Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Spiritwood Lake has a population of 166 with a density of 146 people per square mile. The median age is 61.0 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

166
Total Population
146
People / sq mi
61.0yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Spiritwood Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Spiritwood Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spiritwood Lake is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Spiritwood Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$90,134
Avg Weekly Wage$1,103
IRS Avg AGI$85,053

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)173
County GDP$309M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare15
Retail23
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.3 min
Work from Home2.1%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $337,676.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$337,676

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

In Spiritwood Lake, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.6% report depression. 18.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Spiritwood Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure27.0%
Asthma9.6%
COPD4.4%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking25.1%
Physical Inactivity18.2%
Depression19.6%
Mental Distress13.8%
Physical Distress9.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Checkup Rate71.4%
Premature Death9,030/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access69.4%
Healthcare Facilities15

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Spiritwood Lake has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.2°F
22% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,502 ft (458 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density146/sq mi
Coordinates47.0796°N, 98.5860°W
County FIPS38031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 41.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.6-point margin. 74.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.4%
D 19.8%

Winner: Republican by 58.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.0%
22% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.74
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density146/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants11
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.3 min
Work from Home2.1%

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