Thompson
City in North Dakota, United States
Overview
Thompson is a small rural city in northeastern North Dakota known for its friendly community, peaceful landscapes, and strong local spirit. While amenities are limited, the town provides a charming, authentic Midwestern experience close to natural attractions.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
North Dakota
Population
495
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
47.77°, -97.11°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
75
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
60
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$1,750
Local Cost
$1,220
Local Income
$3,400
Cashless
70
English
100
Temperature
5.2°C
Summer Avg
20.7°C
Winter Avg
-12.0°C
Record High
41.3°C
Record Low
-44.5°C
Humidity
73%
Precipitation
584 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
GFK
Distance
20 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-23.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 57/100.