Stanton, ND

North Dakota · Metropolitan Area

Stanton is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 560. Residents earn $57,222 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
560 Population 1,556/sq mi density
$57,222 Median Income $31,245 per capita
$111,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$57,222 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,200 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,222
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $111,200
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.2%
95% higher than US avg

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

People

Population560
Median Age38.1 yrs
Density1,556/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$57,222
Per Capita$31,245
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty24.2%
County GDP$332M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Elevation1,705 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+92.7%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 14%
Commute26 min

Is Stanton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stanton receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Stanton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stanton is $57,222, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. The poverty rate of 24.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stanton is $111,200, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Stanton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Stanton has a population of 560 with a density of 1,556 people per square mile. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.3%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

560
Total Population
1,556
People / sq mi
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Stanton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.3%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.7%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stanton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stanton is $57,222, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Stanton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,222
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,245
Avg Weekly Wage$1,762
IRS Avg AGI$78,503

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.2%
95% above US avg
Establishments (County)73
County GDP$332M

Business (County)

Healthcare3
Retail6
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Work from Home21.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Stanton is $111,200, 61% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,200
61% 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-Occupied91.4%

Property Tax

In Stanton, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Checkup Rate72.3%
Premature Death9,686/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access45.5%
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Stanton has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average41.8°F
23% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,705 ft (520 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,556/sq mi
Coordinates47.3185°N, 101.3820°W
County FIPS38065
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.9%
D 14.4%

Winner: Republican by 69.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.0%
73% below US avg
High School+92.7%
School Test Score5.74
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,556/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Healthcare Facilities3
Retail Stores6

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Work from Home21.8%

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