Home Value $60,000

79% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 7.1%

79% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.4%

17% higher than US avg

Unemployment 14.3%

297% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 8.5%

31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population47

Median Age60.1 yrs

Density362/mi²

Male / Female64% / 36%

Largest GroupWhite 94%

Veterans42.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$36,283

Unemployment14.3%

Poverty8.5%

County GDP$883M

Commute30 min

Housing

Home Value$60,000

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units46

Health

Obesity37.4%

Uninsured6.6%

Smoking13.1%

Depression19.5%

Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain21.9 in/yr

Sunny Days269/yr

Elevation1,500 ft (457 m)

Education

Bachelor's+7.1%

High School+71.4%

Graduate+3.3%

School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%

Commute30 min

Broadband26.0%

Libraries1

Is Starkweather a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Starkweather receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Starkweather faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 14.3%, unemployment is notably high. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Starkweather is $60,000, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Starkweather has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 3°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.9 inches, including 38.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Starkweather has a population of 47 with a density of 362 people per square mile. The median age is 60.1 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%), with 6.4% Hispanic.

Population

Total Population

362

People / sq mi

60.1yrs

Median Age

54% above US avg

0.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.8%

Female 36.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Starkweather vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	90.9%
	16% above US avg
Spanish	9.1%
	32% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Starkweather vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Starkweather is N/A. The unemployment rate is 14.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Starkweather vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$36,283
Avg Weekly Wage	$977
IRS Avg AGI	$79,780

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	14.3%
	297% above US avg
Poverty Rate	8.5%
	31% below US avg
Establishments (County)	525
County GDP	$883M

Business (County)

Restaurants	46
Healthcare	54
Retail	74
Manufacturing	7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,880
	39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	8.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	30.0 min
Drive Alone	86.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Starkweather is $60,000, 79% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$60,000
	79% 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-Occupied	84.6%
Housing Units	46
Median Year Built	1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,880
	39% above US avg
Effective Rate	8.13%

In Starkweather, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.6% of residents lack health insurance. 13.1% are current smokers. 19.5% report depression. 18.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.4%
	17% above US avg
Diabetes	8.0%
Heart Disease	5.1%
High Blood Pressure	28.7%
Asthma	9.4%
COPD	4.9%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.1%
	6% below US avg
Binge Drinking	24.2%
Physical Inactivity	18.5%
Depression	19.5%
Mental Distress	13.8%
Physical Distress	10.5%
Short Sleep	34.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	6.6%
	23% below US avg
Checkup Rate	71.9%
Dental Visits	63.6%
Premature Death	10,641/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.4/10
Exercise Access	80.0%
Healthcare Facilities	54

Starkweather has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 3°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.9 inches. The area enjoys 269 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

3°F Jan (-16°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)

Annual Average	37.3°F
	31% below US avg
January Average	3°F (-16°C)
July Average	67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days	269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	21.9 inches
	42% below US avg
Snowfall	38.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,500 ft (457 m)
Area	0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density	362/sq mi
Coordinates	48.4521°N, 98.8784°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	38071

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.3-point margin. 26.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.4%

D 29.1%

Winner: Republican by 40.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	7.1%
	79% below US avg
High School+	71.4%
Graduate Degree+	3.3%
School Test Score	5.74

D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density	362/sq mi
Total Area	0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	26.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	54
Restaurants	46
Retail Stores	74

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	30.0 min
Drive Alone	86.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	4.5%

Starkweather, ND

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Starkweather a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Starkweather vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Starkweather vs U.S. Average

Income: Starkweather vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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