Strasburg, ND

North Dakota

Strasburg is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 523. Residents earn $46,750 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
523 Population 1,803/sq mi density
$46,750 Median Income $30,754 per capita
$92,700 Home Value
$541 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$46,750 median income, 0.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,700 home value, $541/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,750
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,700
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.9%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $541
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.2%
94% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population523
Median Age47.3 yrs
Density1,803/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,750
Per Capita$30,754
Unemployment0.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$178M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,700
Rent$541
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI38 (Good)
Elevation1,811 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.9%
High School+86.3%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute14 min
Libraries1

Is Strasburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Strasburg receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Strasburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Strasburg is $46,750, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Strasburg is $92,700, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $541 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Strasburg has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Strasburg has a population of 523 with a density of 1,803 people per square mile. The median age is 47.3 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.7%).

Population

523
Total Population
1,803
People / sq mi
47.3yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Strasburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Strasburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Strasburg is $46,750, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Strasburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,750
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,754
Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$72,513

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.2%
94% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)166
County GDP$178M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare11
Retail21
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.0 min
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Strasburg is $92,700, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $541 (53% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,700
67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$541
53% 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-Occupied77.7%

Property Tax

In Strasburg, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.4%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Checkup Rate72.1%
Premature Death10,037/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access39.1%
Healthcare Facilities11

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Strasburg has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-11°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.0°F
20% below US avg
January Average11°F (-11°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,811 ft (552 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,803/sq mi
Coordinates46.1335°N, 100.1608°W
County FIPS38029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 77.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.3%
D 10.7%

Winner: Republican by 77.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.9%
41% below US avg
High School+86.3%
School Test Score5.74
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,803/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants12
Retail Stores21

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.0 min
Work from Home6.1%

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