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White Earth, ND

North Dakota

White Earth is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 85. Residents earn $63,929 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
85 Population 57/sq mi density
$63,929 Median Income $23,088 per capita
42°F Avg Temperature 274 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$63,929 median income, 7.3% unemployment
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,929
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.7%
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.3%
103% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population85
Median Age40.2 yrs
Density57/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans55.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$63,929
Per Capita$23,088
Unemployment7.3%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$2,277M
Commute21 min

Health

Obesity38.6%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking15.5%
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain15.4 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation2,088 ft (636 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.7%
High School+98.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute21 min
Broadband34.0%
Libraries3

Is White Earth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, White Earth receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. White Earth has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in White Earth is $63,929, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Education

15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

White Earth has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 274 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.4 inches, including 43.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

White Earth has a population of 85 with a density of 57 people per square mile. The median age is 40.2 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.8%).

Population

85
Total Population
57
People / sq mi
40.2yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.2%
Female 38.8%

Race & Ethnicity

White Earth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

White Earth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in White Earth is $63,929, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: White Earth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,929
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,088
Avg Weekly Wage$1,493
IRS Avg AGI$111,396

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.3%
103% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)529
County GDP$2,277M

Business (County)

Restaurants36
Healthcare18
Retail43
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,344
4% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 min
Drive Alone89.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In White Earth, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 21.4% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: White Earth vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep33.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate59.2%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.6%
Dental Visits66.1%
Premature Death18,736/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access74.7%
Healthcare Facilities18
White Earth has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.4 inches. The area enjoys 274 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.0°F
22% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.4 inches
59% below US avg
Snowfall43.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,088 ft (636 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density57/sq mi
Coordinates48.3799°N, 102.7718°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS38061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.2-point margin. 34.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.9%
D 27.7%

Winner: Republican by 43.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.7%
53% below US avg
High School+98.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.74
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density57/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants36
Retail Stores43

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Drive Alone89.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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