What are the schools like in Marmarth, ND?

Marmarth is served primarily by MARMARTH 12. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools.

What is the median household income in Marmarth?

The median household income in Marmarth, ND is $58,661 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.6%.

What is the weather like in Marmarth, ND?

Marmarth has an average high temperature of 28.3°F in January and 85.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 39.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Marmarth, ND affordable or expensive?

Marmarth's cost of living index is 81, where 100 represents the national average. This means Marmarth is 19% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $39,900 and the median rent is $506 per month.

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

Crime rate data for Marmarth is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Marmarth, ND a Good Place to Live?

Marmarth is a small town of 93 in North Dakota, with a median household income of $58,661 and a 2.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 81 (US average = 100), which is 19% below the national average.

Strengths: Marmarth stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Marmarth is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Marmarth 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: 80.9

Marmarth's overall cost of living index is 80.9, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Marmarth costs roughly 19% less than the average American city.

Metric	Marmarth, ND	National Avg
Median Home Value	$39,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$506	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	85.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$58,661	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Crime data for Marmarth is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Marmarth is served primarily by MARMARTH 12.

Metric	Marmarth, ND	National Avg
School District	MARMARTH 12	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	31.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	80.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Marmarth sees average highs of 28.3°F in January and 85.4°F in July, with 16.0 inches of annual precipitation and 39.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Marmarth, ND
Average High — January	28.3°F
Average High — July	85.4°F
Annual Precipitation	16.0"
Annual Snowfall	39.1"

Demographics

Metric	Marmarth, ND	National Avg
Population	93	—
Median Age	58.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	39.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	84.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	18.3%	22.2%
65 and over	28.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Rhame, ND 14 mi Baker, MT 17 mi Bowman, ND 27 mi Plevna, MT 29 mi Golva, ND 30 mi

ZIP Codes in Marmarth

Marmarth, ND is covered by 1 ZIP code:

58643

Marmarth vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marmarth, ND affordable or expensive?

Marmarth's cost of living index is 81, where 100 is the national average. That makes Marmarth roughly 19% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $39,900 and median rent is $506/month.

What is the crime rate in Marmarth, ND?

Crime data for Marmarth is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Marmarth?

Public schools in Marmarth are operated by MARMARTH 12. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. 31.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Marmarth, ND a good place to live?

Marmarth, ND has a population of 93, a median household income of $58,661, and an unemployment rate of 2.6%. 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 Marmarth?

Marmarth averages 28.3°F in January and 85.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 16.0 inches with about 39.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Marmarth?

Marmarth, ND is covered by 1 ZIP code: 58643.

What is the population of Marmarth?

The population of Marmarth, North Dakota is 93 with a median age of 58.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Marmarth?

Key numbers for living in Marmarth: cost of living index 81 (100 = US average), median home $39,900, median household income $58,661, crime index 3 (100 = US average, lower is safer). Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Marmarth side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.