Westhope, ND

North Dakota · Metropolitan Area

Westhope is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 330. Residents earn $54,643 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
330 Population 1,031/sq mi density
$54,643 Median Income $52,049 per capita
$105,000 Home Value $115,201 Zillow
N/A Median Rent 23.8% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$54,643 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,000 home value
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,643
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,000
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population330
Median Age48.3 yrs
Density1,031/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans10.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$54,643
Per Capita$52,049
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$232M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$115,201
Rent Burden23.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain18.8 in/yr
Elevation1,497 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+94.2%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 15%
Commute26 min
Broadband87.3%
Libraries2

Is Westhope a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Westhope receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Westhope offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Westhope is $54,643, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Westhope is $105,000, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Westhope 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Westhope has a population of 330 with a density of 1,031 people per square mile. The median age is 48.3 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.8%).

Population

330
Total Population
1,031
People / sq mi
48.3yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Westhope vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.6%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.4%
45% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Westhope vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Westhope is $54,643, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Westhope vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,643
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$52,049
Avg Weekly Wage$992
IRS Avg AGI$86,051

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)139
County GDP$232M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare7
Retail17

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Drive Alone60.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Westhope is $105,000, 63% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $115,201.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,000
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$115,201

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden23.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.1%

Property Tax

In Westhope, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.3%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.0%
Checkup Rate71.8%
Premature Death8,409/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access37.3%
Healthcare Facilities7

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Westhope has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°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 (21°C)
Annual Average40.2°F
26% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.8 inches
51% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,497 ft (456 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,031/sq mi
Coordinates48.9112°N, 101.0177°W
County FIPS38075
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.7-point margin. 87.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.5%
D 14.9%

Winner: Republican by 67.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+94.2%
School Test Score5.74
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,031/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.3%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants13
Retail Stores17

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Drive Alone60.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

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