What are the schools like in Kulm, ND?

Kulm is served primarily by KULM 7. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 7.7:1.

What is the median household income in Kulm?

The median household income in Kulm, ND is $88,125 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.2%.

What is the weather like in Kulm, ND?

Kulm has an average high temperature of 19.9°F in January and 81.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 48.1 inches.

Kulm, ND Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Kulm, ND affordable or expensive?

Kulm's cost of living index is 86, where 100 represents the national average. This means Kulm is 14% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $78,300 and the median rent is $650 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Kulm, ND?

Kulm has a violent crime rate of 24.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 98.9 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Kulm, ND a Good Place to Live?

Kulm is a small town of 467 in North Dakota, with a median household income of $88,125 and a 3.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 86 (US average = 100), which is 14% below the national average.

Strengths: Kulm stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Kulm is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Kulm city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 86.2

Kulm's overall cost of living index is 86.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Kulm costs roughly 14% less than the average American city.

Metric	Kulm, ND	National Avg
Median Home Value	$78,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$650	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	85.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$88,125	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Kulm's violent crime rate is 24.7 per 100,000 residents — 94% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

24.7 /100k

Property Crime

98.9 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Kulm is served primarily by KULM 7. The student-to-teacher ratio is 7.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Kulm, ND	National Avg
School District	KULM 7	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	7.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	21.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	92.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Kulm sees average highs of 19.9°F in January and 81.0°F in July, with 21.2 inches of annual precipitation and 48.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Kulm, ND
Average High — January	19.9°F
Average High — July	81.0°F
Annual Precipitation	21.2"
Annual Snowfall	48.1"

Demographics

Metric	Kulm, ND	National Avg
Population	467	—
Median Age	33.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	15.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	89.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	7.3%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	28.7%	22.2%
65 and over	19.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Fredonia, ND 7 mi Edgeley, ND 12 mi Jud, ND 16 mi Monango, ND 19 mi Lehr, ND 19 mi

ZIP Codes in Kulm

Kulm, ND is covered by 1 ZIP code:

58456

Kulm vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kulm, ND affordable or expensive?

Kulm's cost of living index is 86, where 100 is the national average. That makes Kulm roughly 14% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $78,300 and median rent is $650/month.

What is the crime rate in Kulm, ND?

Kulm's violent crime rate is 24.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 98.9 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Kulm?

Public schools in Kulm are operated by KULM 7. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 7.7:1. 21.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Kulm, ND a good place to live?

Kulm, ND has a population of 467, a median household income of $88,125, and an unemployment rate of 3.2%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Kulm?

Kulm averages 19.9°F in January and 81.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 21.2 inches with about 48.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Kulm?

Kulm, ND is covered by 1 ZIP code: 58456.

What is the population of Kulm?

The population of Kulm, North Dakota is 467 with a median age of 33.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Kulm?

Key numbers for living in Kulm: cost of living index 86 (100 = US average), median home $78,300, median household income $88,125, crime index 6 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Kulm side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.