What are the schools like in McClusky, ND?

McClusky is served primarily by MCCLUSKY-GOODRICH 29. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 4.9:1.

What is the median household income in McClusky?

The median household income in McClusky, ND is $48,000 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.8%.

What is the weather like in McClusky, ND?

McClusky has an average high temperature of 23.0°F in January and 85.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 45.0 inches.

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

Q: Is McClusky, ND affordable or expensive?

McClusky's cost of living index is 82, where 100 represents the national average. This means McClusky is 18% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $75,800 and the median rent is $392 per month.

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

McClusky has a violent crime rate of 76.0 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1216.7 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is McClusky, ND a Good Place to Live?

McClusky is a small town of 307 in North Dakota, with a median household income of $48,000 and a 1.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 82 (US average = 100), which is 18% below the national average.

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

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

All McClusky 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: 82.0

McClusky's overall cost of living index is 82.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in McClusky costs roughly 18% less than the average American city.

Metric	McClusky, ND	National Avg
Median Home Value	$75,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$392	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	63.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$48,000	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

McClusky's violent crime rate is 76.0 per 100,000 residents — 80% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

76.0 /100k

Property Crime

1216.7 /100k

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

Schools & Education

McClusky is served primarily by MCCLUSKY-GOODRICH 29. The student-to-teacher ratio is 4.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	McClusky, ND	National Avg
School District	MCCLUSKY-GOODRICH 29	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	4.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	15.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	86.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

McClusky sees average highs of 23.0°F in January and 85.3°F in July, with 18.2 inches of annual precipitation and 45.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	McClusky, ND
Average High — January	23.0°F
Average High — July	85.3°F
Annual Precipitation	18.2"
Annual Snowfall	45.0"

Demographics

Metric	McClusky, ND	National Avg
Population	307	—
Median Age	54.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	16.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	100.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	6.2%	22.2%
65 and over	34.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Denhoff, ND 8 mi Mercer, ND 13 mi Goodrich, ND 15 mi Turtle Lake, ND 21 mi Regan, ND 23 mi

ZIP Codes in McClusky

McClusky, ND is covered by 1 ZIP code:

58463

McClusky vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is McClusky, ND affordable or expensive?

McClusky's cost of living index is 82, where 100 is the national average. That makes McClusky roughly 18% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $75,800 and median rent is $392/month.

What is the crime rate in McClusky, ND?

McClusky's violent crime rate is 76.0 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1216.7 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in McClusky?

Public schools in McClusky are operated by MCCLUSKY-GOODRICH 29. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 4.9:1. 15.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is McClusky, ND a good place to live?

McClusky, ND has a population of 307, a median household income of $48,000, and an unemployment rate of 1.8%. 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 McClusky?

McClusky averages 23.0°F in January and 85.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 18.2 inches with about 45.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in McClusky?

McClusky, ND is covered by 1 ZIP code: 58463.

What is the population of McClusky?

The population of McClusky, North Dakota is 307 with a median age of 54.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in McClusky?

Key numbers for living in McClusky: cost of living index 82 (100 = US average), median home $75,800, median household income $48,000, crime index 35 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare McClusky side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.