Wildrose, ND

North Dakota

Wildrose is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 147. Residents earn $92,727 per year, which is 23% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
147 Population 507/sq mi density
$92,727 Median Income $48,644 per capita
$108,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
39°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$92,727 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,900 home value
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,727
23% higher than US avg
Home Value $108,900
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.7%
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.9%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population147
Median Age61.1 yrs
Density507/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A+
Median Income$92,727
Per Capita$48,644
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$273M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain16.7 in/yr
Elevation2,256 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.7%
High School+80.0%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute30 min
Broadband60.0%
Libraries1

Is Wildrose a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wildrose receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Wildrose stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wildrose is $92,727, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wildrose is $108,900, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Wildrose has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.7 inches, including 37.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Wildrose has a population of 147 with a density of 507 people per square mile. The median age is 61.1 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.3%).

Population

147
Total Population
507
People / sq mi
61.1yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Wildrose vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Wildrose vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wildrose is $92,727, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Wildrose vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,727
23% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,644
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$88,966

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.9%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)125
County GDP$273M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare4
Retail9

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.1 min
Work from Home23.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Wildrose is $108,900, 61% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,900
61% 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-Occupied78.8%

Property Tax

In Wildrose, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking25.0%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.2%
Checkup Rate70.3%
Premature Death5,324/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access53.4%
Healthcare Facilities4

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Wildrose has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average38.9°F
28% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.7 inches
56% below US avg
Snowfall37.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,256 ft (688 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density507/sq mi
Coordinates48.6300°N, 103.1837°W
County FIPS38023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.4-point margin. 60.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 21.2%

Winner: Republican by 55.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.7%
36% below US avg
High School+80.0%
School Test Score5.74
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density507/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants9
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.1 min
Work from Home23.4%

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