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North Dakota Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, North Dakota had a total population of 784,841, with a median household income of $76,657, which is 5% lower than the national average. The poverty rate is 10.8%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

North Dakota Quick Facts

Population 784,841
Median Household Income $76,657
Median Home Value $249,900
Poverty Rate 10.8%
Unemployment Rate 2.8%
Median Age 35.9 years
Homeownership Rate 62.8%
Affordability Ratio 3.3x
Bachelor's Degree+ 32.7%
High School Graduation 94.0%
Counties 53
Cities/Places 402
Population 784,841
Median Income $76,657 5% lower than national
Poverty Rate 10.8%
Unemployment 2.8%

How North Dakota Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population779,361784,841+0.7%
Median household income$75,949$76,657+0.9%
Median home value$241,100$249,900+3.6%

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 14.4%
$25K-$50K 17.9%
$50K-$100K 30.5%
$100K+ 37.2%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
4.6%
$10K-$15K
3.2%
$15K-$20K
3.3%
$20K-$25K
3.2%
$25K-$30K
3.7%
$30K-$35K
3.4%
$35K-$40K
3.3%
$40K-$45K
3.8%
$45K-$50K
3.6%
$50K-$60K
6.9%
$60K-$75K
9.7%
$75K-$100K
13.9%
$100K-$125K
10.5%
$125K-$150K
8.0%
$150K-$200K
8.9%
$200K+
9.6%

Employment

2.8% Unemployment Rate National: 5.2%
68.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 62.8%
Renter 37.2%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.3x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $954/mo 14.9% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

32out of 100
Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 32 | National average: 61

Education

Largest Cities in North Dakota

#CityPopulationMedian IncomePoverty
1Fargo131,627$66,99812.9%
2Bismarck75,556$78,3879.3%
3Grand Forks59,042$63,62715.5%
4Minot47,791$73,21911.1%
5West Fargo40,094$90,6658.8%
6Williston28,056$79,3818.1%
7Dickinson25,357$82,69613.6%
8Mandan24,522$71,7809.8%
9Jamestown15,787$56,55414.7%
10Wahpeton8,010$62,75015.6%

Richest Cities in North Dakota

#CityMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+
1Reile's Acres$192,500$475,60053.5%
2Horace$138,578$414,50045.0%
3Mapleton$119,432$310,20043.9%
4Thompson$118,281$281,90044.1%
5Stanley$109,573$237,90021.0%
6Surrey$106,438$315,80027.4%
7Watford City$102,260$408,50018.9%
8West Fargo$90,665$321,90042.1%
9Belcourt$90,568N/A30.6%
10Lincoln$87,652$278,90017.6%

Most Affordable Cities in North Dakota

By home-value-to-income ratio (lower = more affordable). Min. population 1,000.

#CityRatioHome ValueIncome
1Grand Forks AFB0.1x$9,999$72,782
2Crosby1.4x$115,400$82,500
3Hettinger1.8x$112,200$62,750
4Kenmare1.8x$115,500$64,077
5Park River1.9x$131,900$69,408
6Shell Valley1.9x$90,800$46,786
7Carrington2.0x$150,600$77,171
8Langdon2.1x$135,900$64,286
9Ellendale2.1x$116,100$54,643
10Hillsboro2.1x$174,800$81,483

Explore North Dakota Rankings

Cities by Population All cities ranked by size Richest Cities Ranked by median income Most Educated By bachelor's degree rate Most Affordable By housing affordability

All Counties in North Dakota (53)

53 results
Cass County193,400$75,55511.0%$298,000
Burleigh County100,600$86,8517.9%$324,000
Grand Forks County72,923$68,07513.2%$252,700
Ward County68,973$78,2388.6%$267,100
Williams County39,555$85,5958.6%$284,800
Morton County33,777$79,3828.0%$263,900
Stark County33,302$84,44912.1%$271,700
Stutsman County21,549$61,85612.6%$208,400
Richland County16,584$75,4329.7%$183,600
McKenzie County14,321$93,40412.0%$349,600
Rolette County11,924$59,51724.3%$103,800
Ramsey County11,556$61,00615.2%$199,300
Barnes County10,773$68,03812.1%$173,700
Walsh County10,396$71,94411.2%$132,700
McLean County9,823$83,5838.9%$227,100
Mountrail County9,507$80,71714.5%$232,700
Mercer County8,337$80,9469.7%$198,500
Traill County7,970$87,0049.1%$200,700
Pembina County6,727$68,3939.3%$119,200
Bottineau County6,378$85,0007.6%$193,200
Benson County5,808$64,03325.6%$90,000
Ransom County5,643$75,73610.4%$193,000
McHenry County5,207$80,7339.7%$151,000
Dickey County4,935$68,65411.8%$162,400
LaMoure County4,118$80,6648.7%$117,200
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All Cities & Places in North Dakota (402)

402 results
Fargo131,627$66,99812.9%$281,900
Bismarck75,556$78,3879.3%$300,300
Grand Forks59,042$63,62715.5%$249,900
Minot47,791$73,21911.1%$257,100
West Fargo40,094$90,6658.8%$321,900
Williston28,056$79,3818.1%$286,200
Dickinson25,357$82,69613.6%$263,700
Mandan24,522$71,7809.8%$259,800
Jamestown15,787$56,55414.7%$199,800
Wahpeton8,010$62,75015.6%$171,300
Devils Lake7,308$43,22021.8%$164,900
Valley City6,541$60,33916.7%$162,200
Watford City6,039$102,2607.8%$408,500
Minot AFB4,878$62,5001.2%N/A
Horace4,588$138,5784.3%$414,500
Lincoln4,381$87,6525.6%$278,900
Grafton4,102$62,67914.4%$147,300
Beulah3,040$76,84811.2%$203,300
Casselton2,953$73,2597.1%$278,400
New Town2,721$52,50024.0%$207,600
Rugby2,481$50,36513.0%$131,800
Hazen2,453$79,60910.3%$190,300
Lisbon2,259$64,32715.4%$192,100
Bottineau2,205$65,90512.0%$165,000
Carrington2,168$77,1719.7%$150,600
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Population Overview

North Dakota has a total population of 784,841, making it a smaller state in the nation. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% lower than the national median of 38.9 years.

Age Demographics

The median age in North Dakota is 35.9 years. This is 8% lower than the national median of 38.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in North Dakota is $76,657. This is 5% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.8%. This is 13% lower than the national poverty rate of 12.4%. The unemployment rate is 2.8%. This is 47% lower than the national rate of 5.2%. The median home value is $249,900. Housing costs are 25% lower than the national median of $332,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 62.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% lower than the national average of 65.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in North Dakota is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.7%. The Black or African American population (3.3%) is well below the national average of 11.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.7%) is well below the national average of 19.3%. The Asian population (1.6%) is well below the national average of 5.9%.

Education

32.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 8% lower than the national rate of 35.7%. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 94.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All figures for North Dakota come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of North Dakota?

North Dakota has a total population of 784,841 according to the U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median income in North Dakota?

The median household income in North Dakota is $76,657, which is 5% lower than the national median of $80,734.

How many cities are in North Dakota?

North Dakota has 402 Census-designated places (cities, towns, and CDPs) and 53 counties.

What is the poverty rate in North Dakota?

The poverty rate in North Dakota is 10.8%, compared to the national average of 12.4%.

What is the largest city in North Dakota?

The largest city in North Dakota is Fargo with a population of 131,627.