Napoleon, ND — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Logan County · North Dakota
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Napoleon based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
768
2023 ACS
Median Income
$68,068
2023
Median Home Value
$85,000
2023
Median Rent
$850
2023
Median Age
48.6
Unemployment
0.5%
Cost of Living Index
92.1
100 = national avg
Napoleon is a city in Logan County, North Dakota, with a population of 768 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Napoleon is one of the communities in North Dakota.
The median household income in Napoleon is $68,068, and the median home value is $85,000. The cost of living index is 92.1 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $850 per month. The unemployment rate is 0.5%, and the median age is 48.6 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
768
Male
379
49.3%
Female
389
50.7%
Median Age
48.6
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
17.2%
High School or Higher
36.6%
Foreign Born
1.0%
Veterans
6.8%
Married
55.2%
Avg Household Size
2.3
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.053
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
97.3%
Foreign Born
1.0%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
1.3%
10 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
98.7%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
728
English Only
95.3%
#1 Non-English Language
German
22 speakers
Limited English
1.4%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
98.6%
Limited English Proficiency
1.4%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
52
6.8% of population
Disability Rate
1.9%
1 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$28,125
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
52
100.0%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$28,125
Non-Veteran Income
$31,771
Difference
-$3,646
-11.5% lower
Disability Status
With Disability
1
Without Disability
51
Disability Rate
1.9%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
692
#1 Ancestry
German
49.6% (381)
#2 Ancestry
Russian
13.7% (105)
#3 Ancestry
Norwegian
9.2% (71)
Top 15 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
325
Family Households
211
64.9%
Married Couples
202
62.2%
Non-Family Households
114
35.1%
Single Mother Households
3
0.9%
Single Father Households
6
1.8%
Living Alone
113
34.8%
Children Under 18
Total Children
148
In Married Couple
142
95.9%
With Single Mother
3
2.0%
With Single Father
3
2.0%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$75,486
Married Couple Income
$75,333
Avg Family Size
2.3
Avg Non-Family Size
1.6
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
0
Grandparents Responsible
0
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$68,068
-7% vs national
Per Capita Income
$32,010
-14% vs national
Poverty Rate
14.5%
+7% vs national
Gini Index
0.4408
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
0.5%
-90% vs national
SNAP Recipients
4.9%
of households
How Napoleon Compares
Napoleon vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Napoleon is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Napoleon, ND has a median household income of $68,068, making it the 12,995th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Napoleon has a higher median household income than 54% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Napoleon, ND has a per capita income of $32,010, making it the 15,091st highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Napoleon has a higher per capita income than 46% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Napoleon, ND has a poverty rate of 14.5%, making it the 11,622nd highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Napoleon has a higher poverty rate than 63% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Napoleon, ND has a unemployment rate of 0.5%, making it the 23,974th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Napoleon has a higher unemployment rate than 23% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Napoleon. The median household income here is $68,068.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
0.5%
-86% vs ND avg
Labor Force
401
Employed
399
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
17.2%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
36.6%
of adults 25+
Median Age
48.6
Work from Home
3.3%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the North Dakota metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$93.3K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
92.1
100 = national avg
-7.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$40,507
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$95,743
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$815
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,014
per month
The median household income in Napoleon, ND is $68,068, which is 7.0% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $32,010. The poverty rate of 14.5% is higher than the ND state average of 11.3%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4408, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 0.5%, compared to the state average of 3.6%. The labor force is 401. 17.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 73.4% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 92.1, which is 7.9% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 73.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $40,507 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Napoleon vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Napoleon is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Napoleon, ND has a median home value of $85,000, making it the 24,203rd highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Napoleon has a higher median home value than 14% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Napoleon, ND has a median rent of $850, making it the 13,883rd highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Napoleon has a higher median rent than 38% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Napoleon, ND has a rent burden of 15.0%, making it the 16,720th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Napoleon has a higher rent burden than 24% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$85,000
Median Rent
$850
Total Housing Units
418
Vacancy Rate
22.3%
Owner Occupied
81.5%
Renter Occupied
18.5%
Median Property Tax
$1,157
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$626
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$1,157
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.36%
of home value
Median Home Value
$85,000
Estimated Mean Tax
$1,192
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($1,157) by the median home value ($85,000). In Napoleon, ND, this works out to an effective rate of 1.36%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The median home value in Napoleon, ND is $85,000. The median rent is $850 per month (Census ACS). About 81.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1963. There are 418 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $1,157. The effective tax rate is 1.36%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2022)Violent Crime Rate
0.00
per 1,000 residents
-100% vs national
Property Crime Rate
0.00
per 1,000 residents
-100% vs national
Total Crimes
0
2022
Violent Clearance
N/A
cases solved
Property Clearance
N/A
cases solved
How Napoleon Compares
Source: FBI (2022)Napoleon vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2022)Compared to cities with Under 10,000 residents. Napoleon is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBIWeapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2022)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2022)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Rape | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Robbery | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Burglary | Property | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
Napoleon, ND reported 0 violent crimes and 0 property crimes in 2022. The violent crime rate of 0.00 per 1,000 residents is 100.0% below the national average of 2.80 per 1,000.0
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| 2021 | 0 | 3 | 0.00 | 3.97 |
| 2020 | 0 | 6 | 0.00 | 8.03 |
| 2019 | 1 | 0 | 1.31 | 0.00 |
| 2018 | 0 | 1 | 0.00 | 1.29 |
| 2017 | 0 | 3 | 0.00 | 3.82 |
| 2016 | 1 | 1 | 1.27 | 1.27 |
| 2015 | 0 | 1 | 0.00 | 1.28 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
9.9
Very Low
Expected Annual Loss
7.4
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
70.1
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
54.0
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
26
Public Assistance
$4.5M
Individual Assistance
$13K
Most Common Type
Flood
12 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
Showing 20 of 26 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
3
Total Claims Paid
$262,577
Avg Claim Payout
$87,526
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
1
Federal Funding
$22,989
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.00
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 600.1: Warning Systems (as a Component of a Planned, Adopted, and Exercised Risk Reduction Plan) | 1 | $22,989 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Napoleon has a very low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are cold wave, winter weather, hail. The area has had 26 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is flood (12 declarations). 3 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $4,461,423 in public assistance recovery funding. $12,997 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 1 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
39.3%
3.2pp above the national average
Depression Rate
19.1%
4.4pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
13.3%
1.4pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.0%
2.6pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
38.7%
Arthritis
33.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
12.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
15.2%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
13.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.1%
Loneliness
28.9%
Lack of Support
20.3%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
35.6%
Mobility
17.5%
Cognitive
13.1%
Hearing
12.6%
Vision
5.7%
Self-Care
4.5%
Independent Living
9.1%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Napoleon has an obesity rate of 39.3%, which is 3.2pp above the national average. The depression rate is 19.1%, 4.4pp below the national average. About 8.0% of adults lack health insurance. 77.5% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
17.9 mi
South Central Health
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Central Health | 17.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Linton Hospital - Cah | 30.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Ashley Medical Center | 41.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Chi St Alexius Health | 49.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Eureka Community Health Services - Cah | 49.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Pop. Served
792
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| NAPOLEON CITY OF | 792 | 0 |
There are 1 water system serving the area.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
73.4%
-7% vs national
Work From Home
3.3%
-65% vs national
Carpool
18.1%
Walk
3.8%
How Napoleon's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Commute data for Napoleon, ND covers travel times and transportation modes. 73.4% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 3.3% work from home, which is below the ND state average of 5.0%. 18.1% of workers carpool. 3.8% walk to work.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
83.7%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
73.5%
of households
No Internet
16.3%
of households
Total Households
325
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
90.8%
of households
Smartphone
78.8%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
74.8%
of households
Tablet
60.0%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
11.5¢
per kWh
-40% vs Under 10,000 avg
Commercial Rate
7.2¢
per kWh
-54% vs Under 10,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.3¢
per kWh
-39% vs Under 10,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$118
residential
-19% vs Under 10,000 avg
33% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in North Dakota averages 11.5¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $118. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Napoleon vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (Under 10,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Population Served
792
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NAPOLEON CITY OF | Community | Ground water | 792 | 0 |
83.7% of households in Napoleon have broadband internet access. 73.5% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 8.0% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 16.3% of households have no internet access. 10.2% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 1 water system, providing water to 792 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Napoleon is located in Logan County, ND. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Napoleon.
Election Overview
Source: Logan County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
117
11.3%
GOP Votes
898
87.1%
Total Votes
1,031
Margin
R+75.8%
Shift from 2020
R+1.2pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 117 | 898 | 1,031 | 11.3% | 87.1% | R+75.8 |
| 2020 | 128 | 930 | 1,076 | 11.9% | 86.4% | R+74.5 |
| 2016 | 112 | 867 | 1,030 | 10.9% | 84.2% | R+73.3 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Logan County recorded 1,031 total votes. Republicans won the county with 87.1% of the vote compared to 11.3% for Democrats, a margin of R+75.8%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+1.2pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Logan County has shifted 2.5 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
16
Total Assets
$21.7M
Total Income
$8.1M
Per 10K Residents
208.3
nonprofits
+110.0% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
1
Median Assets
$380K
Oldest Active
1941
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationNonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Largest Nonprofits in Napoleon
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NAPOLEON CARE CENTER | Health Care | $20.9M | $5.5M | 1966 | |
| NAPOLEON AMBULANCE SERVICE | — | $605K | $280K | 1975 | |
| NAPOLEON FUTURE LEADERS | — | $155K | $2.3M | 1993 | |
| NAPOLEON WILDLIFE CLUB | Recreation & Sports | $14K | $26K | 2022 |
Napoleon, ND has 16 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $21.7M. The most common category is Youth Development, with 1 organizations. 1 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 208.3 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1941.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
6
Total Approved
$850K
Jobs Supported
28
Per 10K Residents
78.1
SBA loans
-47.4% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
6
Top Lender
Bank of Hazelton
1 loans
Top Industry
Manufacturing
Data Span
1994–2018
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
6
Total Amount
$850K
Avg Loan
$141,650
Median Loan
$93,000
SBA Guaranteed
$651K(77%)
Jobs Supported
28
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Charles Johs | 1 | $350K |
| Caleb & Sara Ketterling | 1 | $251K |
| Del's Super Market Inc. | 1 | $125K |
| Napoleon Farm Supply | 1 | $61K |
| Lh Logs | 1 | $50K |
| Ken Scherr Construction | 1 | $13K |
Napoleon, ND has received 6 SBA loans totaling $850K in approved funding between 1994 and 2018. The 7(a) program accounts for 6 loans (100% of the total), supporting 28 jobs. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Manufacturing. The most active SBA lender in Napoleon is Bank of Hazelton with 1 loans. That works out to 78.1 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
2
Total Population
1,281
Avg Median Income
$58,681
Avg Home Value
$142,850
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 58549 | 251 | $59,861 | $187,500 | N/A | 176.4 |
| 58561 | 1,030 | $57,500 | $98,200 | $850 | 331.2 |
Napoleon, ND has 2 ZIP codes with a combined population of 1,281. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $58,681. The average median home value is $142,850. The average median monthly rent is -$333,332,908.
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