Lignite, North Dakota
Quick Statistics
Lignite is a community in Burke County, North Dakota, home to about 167 people spread across 0.2 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $54,286 a year, and a typical home is worth about $93,000. About 39.7% of adults hold a college degree, and 93.4% of residents under 65 have health insurance.
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Among the North Dakota towns GeoStat tracks, Lignite ranks number 199 of 402 in population, number 127 in median household income, number 207 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Lignite typically top out near 80°F in July, while January nights average about -3°F. The area sees roughly 47 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Flaxton, ND | 8.0 mi. | 16 |
| 2. | Portal, ND | 8.1 mi. | 129 |
| 3. | Columbus, ND | 10.0 mi. | 67 |
| 4. | Larson, ND | 13.6 mi. | 10 |
| 5. | Bowbells, ND | 15.4 mi. | 355 |
| 6. | Noonan, ND | 20.3 mi. | 163 |
| 7. | Powers Lake, ND | 21.9 mi. | 301 |
| 8. | Kenmare, ND | 26.5 mi. | 1,002 |
What is the population of Lignite, North Dakota?
Lignite has a population of about 167 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Lignite, North Dakota in?
Lignite is located in Burke County, North Dakota.
What is the median home value in Lignite, North Dakota?
The median home value in Lignite is about $93,000, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Lignite, North Dakota?
The median personal income in Lignite is about $54,286 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Lignite, North Dakota?
Since 1950, 27 tornadoes have been recorded in Burke County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Lignite, North Dakota?
Typical July highs run about 80 degrees and January lows about -3 degrees, with around 47 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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