Tappen, ND

North Dakota

Tappen is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 264. Residents earn $50,682 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
264 Population 251/sq mi density
$50,682 Median Income $25,593 per capita
N/A Home Value
$806 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$50,682 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$806/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,682
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.4%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $806
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.5%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population264
Median Age47.7 yrs
Density251/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,682
Per Capita$25,593
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$189M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$806
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain21.4 in/yr
Elevation1,770 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.4%
High School+85.8%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute28 min
Libraries1

Is Tappen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tappen receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Tappen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tappen is $50,682, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $806 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Tappen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Tappen has a population of 264 with a density of 251 people per square mile. The median age is 47.7 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.8%), with 1.9% Black.

Population

264
Total Population
251
People / sq mi
47.7yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Tappen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.5%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.5%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tappen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tappen is $50,682, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Tappen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,682
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,593
Avg Weekly Wage$946
IRS Avg AGI$63,640

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)130
County GDP$189M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare6
Retail12
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Work from Home13.3%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $806 (31% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$806
31% 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-Occupied66.0%

Property Tax

In Tappen, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.8%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Checkup Rate72.1%
Premature Death8,404/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.4/10
Exercise Access17.5%
Healthcare Facilities6

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Tappen has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.4 inches
44% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,770 ft (539 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density251/sq mi
Coordinates46.8716°N, 99.6271°W
County FIPS38043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.7%
D 17.1%

Winner: Republican by 64.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.4%
78% below US avg
High School+85.8%
School Test Score5.74
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density251/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities6
Restaurants6
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Work from Home13.3%

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