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Tower City, ND

North Dakota · Metropolitan Area

Tower City is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 345. Residents earn $107,708 per year, which is 43% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
345 Population 168/sq mi density
$107,708 Median Income $43,169 per capita
$189,700 Home Value $228,914 Zillow
$561 Median Rent 18.0% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$107,708 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$189,700 home value, $561/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $107,708
43% higher than US avg
Home Value $189,700
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.3%
8% higher than US avg
Median Rent $561
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population345
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density168/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans7.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$107,708
Per Capita$43,169
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$19,105M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$189,700
Rent$561
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$228,914
Housing Units144
Rent Burden18.0%

Health

Obesity34.3%
Uninsured5.6%
Smoking12.1%
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain23.6 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,172 ft (357 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.3%
High School+97.6%
Graduate+6.8%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 45%
Commute22 min
Broadband89.1%
Libraries8

Is Tower City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tower City receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Tower City stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tower City is $107,708, which is significantly higher than the national average — 43% above $75,149. This places Tower City among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tower City is $189,700, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $561 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Tower City has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Tower City has a population of 345 with a density of 168 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.1%).

Population

345
Total Population
168
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Tower City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tower City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tower City is $107,708, which is 43% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Tower City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$107,708
43% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,169
Avg Weekly Wage$1,285
IRS Avg AGI$99,188

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,494
County GDP$19,105M

Business (County)

Restaurants480
Healthcare610
Retail678
Manufacturing197

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,730
149% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Tower City is $189,700, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $561 (52% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $228,914.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$189,700
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$228,914

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$561
52% below US avg
Rent Burden18.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.9%
Housing Units144
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,730
149% above US avg
Effective Rate4.60%
In Tower City, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.6% of residents lack health insurance. 12.1% are current smokers. 24.7% report depression. 17.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Tower City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.3%
7% above US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.1%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.8%
Physical Inactivity17.1%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress14.0%
Physical Distress10.0%
Short Sleep29.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Uninsured5.6%
35% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.4%
Dental Visits71.0%
Premature Death6,730/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.5/10
Exercise Access89.0%
Healthcare Facilities610
Tower City has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.6 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.6 inches
38% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,172 ft (357 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density168/sq mi
Coordinates46.9263°N, 97.6760°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS38017
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 36.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.4-point margin. 89.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.3%
D 44.9%

Winner: Republican by 8.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.3%
8% above US avg
High School+97.6%
Graduate Degree+6.8%
School Test Score5.74
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density168/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.1%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities610
Restaurants480
Retail Stores678

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

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