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Spiritwood, ND

North Dakota

Spiritwood is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 24.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
24 Population 27/sq mi density
41°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population24
Median Age62.0 yrs
Density27/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans24.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$41,758
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$853M
Commute22 min

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain21.5 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,479 ft (451 m)

Education

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

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute22 min
Broadband13.0%
Libraries2

Is Spiritwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Spiritwood receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Spiritwood 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 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 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

Spiritwood has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Spiritwood has a population of 24 with a density of 27 people per square mile. The median age is 62.0 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

24
Total Population
27
People / sq mi
62.0yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.2%
Female 45.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Spiritwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Spiritwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spiritwood is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Spiritwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$41,758
Avg Weekly Wage$993
IRS Avg AGI$78,727

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)458
County GDP$853M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare38
Retail44
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

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

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Spiritwood has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.5 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average40.5°F
25% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.5 inches
44% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,479 ft (451 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density27/sq mi
Coordinates46.9343°N, 98.4933°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS38003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, 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 35.3-point margin. 13.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.7%
D 31.4%

Winner: Republican by 35.3 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 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density27/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access13.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities38
Restaurants30
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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