Upham, ND

North Dakota

Upham is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 165. Residents earn $52,500 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
165 Population 532/sq mi density
$52,500 Median Income $39,530 per capita
$35,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
40°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$52,500 median income, 12.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$35,000 home value
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,500
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $35,000
88% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.6%
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 12.6%
250% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.4%
56% higher than US avg

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

People

Population165
Median Age46.6 yrs
Density532/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

C
Median Income$52,500
Per Capita$39,530
Unemployment12.6%
Poverty19.4%
County GDP$586M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$35,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain18.8 in/yr
Elevation1,447 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.6%
High School+81.1%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute29 min
Broadband80.0%
Libraries2

Is Upham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Upham receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Upham offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Upham is $52,500, 30% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 19.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Upham is $35,000, 88% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Upham has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.8 inches, including 49.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Upham has a population of 165 with a density of 532 people per square mile. The median age is 46.6 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.9%).

Population

165
Total Population
532
People / sq mi
46.6yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.8%
Female 44.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Upham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.3%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Upham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Upham is $52,500, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Upham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,500
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,530
Avg Weekly Wage$1,013
IRS Avg AGI$85,516

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.6%
250% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.4%
56% above US avg
Establishments (County)335
County GDP$586M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare18
Retail29
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate12.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Upham is $35,000, 88% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$35,000
88% 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-Occupied76.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Rate12.29%
In Upham, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.2%
28% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Checkup Rate73.0%
Premature Death5,598/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access63.0%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Upham has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.5°F
27% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.8 inches
51% below US avg
Snowfall49.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,447 ft (441 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density532/sq mi
Coordinates48.5816°N, 100.7284°W
County FIPS38009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.3-point margin. 80.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.8%
D 21.5%

Winner: Republican by 55.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.6%
63% below US avg
High School+81.1%
School Test Score5.74
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density532/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants27
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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