St. John, ND

North Dakota

St. John is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 248.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
248 Population 564/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $33,365 per capita
$79,200 Home Value
$771 Median Rent
37°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $79,200
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.5%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $771
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 49.7%
55% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.9%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population248
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density564/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 24%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,365
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty1.9%
County GDP$595M
Commute19 min

Housing

Home Value$79,200
Rent$771
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity49.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp37°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain19.6 in/yr
Elevation1,952 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.5%
High School+98.9%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 35% / D 63%
Commute19 min
Broadband79.0%
Libraries2

Is St. John a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, St. John receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. St. John has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in St. John is $79,200, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $771 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

St. John has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

St. John has a population of 248 with a density of 564 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (64.1%), with 23.8% White, 6.5% Black.

Population

248
Total Population
564
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.7%
Female 38.3%

Race & Ethnicity

St. John vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.6%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.4%
22% below US avg

Social Characteristics

St. John vs U.S. Average

The median household income in St. John is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: St. John vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,365
Avg Weekly Wage$1,007
IRS Avg AGI$60,770

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)287
County GDP$595M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare30
Retail43
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.3 min
Work from Home0.8%

Walkability

The median home value in St. John is $79,200, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $771 (34% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,200
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$771
34% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.6%

Property Tax

In St. John, 49.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 33.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: St. John vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity49.7%
55% above US avg
Diabetes15.8%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure37.9%
Asthma13.6%
COPD9.1%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity33.8%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress17.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.6%
Checkup Rate73.1%
Premature Death22,508/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access66.1%
Healthcare Facilities30

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

St. John has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-15°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average36.5°F
32% below US avg
January Average6°F (-15°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.6 inches
48% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,952 ft (595 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density564/sq mi
Coordinates48.9438°N, 99.7131°W
County FIPS38079
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 28.1-point margin. 79.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 35.2%
D 63.2%

Winner: Democrat by 28.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.5%
51% below US avg
High School+98.9%
School Test Score5.74
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density564/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities30
Restaurants24
Retail Stores43

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.3 min
Work from Home0.8%

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