Bathgate, North Dakota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bathgate, North Dakota had a total population of 56, the 298th largest city in North Dakota. The poverty rate is 58.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (58.9%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Bathgate Quick Facts
How Bathgate Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 56 | 56 | +0.0% |
| Median home value | $43,800 | $50,000 | +14.2% |
How Bathgate Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 32 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Bathgate Rankings in North Dakota
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Other Cities in Pembina County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cavalier | 1,426 | $60,449 | 6.2% | $170,400 |
| Walhalla | 865 | $34,107 | 15.0% | $93,000 |
| Drayton | 763 | $70,250 | 5.6% | $107,500 |
| Pembina | 625 | $101,875 | 7.7% | $136,200 |
| Neche | 398 | $82,500 | 10.1% | $92,500 |
| St. Thomas | 306 | $72,500 | 9.5% | $79,300 |
| Crystal | 103 | N/A | 1.9% | $67,600 |
| Mountain | 100 | $52,500 | 6.1% | $99,000 |
| Hamilton | 39 | $83,750 | 15.4% | $46,300 |
| Canton City (Hensel) | 28 | N/A | 25.0% | $26,300 |
Cities Similar to Bathgate
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maxbass | 56 | N/A | $40,000 | 7.1% | 30.4% |
| Sentinel Butte | 57 | $51,250 | N/A | 23.9% | 0.0% |
| Ypsilanti | 55 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0% |
| Erie | 58 | N/A | N/A | 56.0% | 24.1% |
| Clifford | 54 | N/A | $104,200 | 20.0% | 3.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 56, Bathgate's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Bathgate is a small community located in North Dakota, within Pembina County. The total population is 56. It ranks as the 298th most populous out of 402 Census-designated places in North Dakota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bathgate is 50.3 years. This is 40% higher than the state median of 35.9 years. With 30.4% of the population under 18, Bathgate has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 58.9%. This is 445% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.8%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 5.6%. This is 101% higher than the state rate of 2.8%. The median home value is $50,000. Housing costs are 80% lower than the state median of $249,900. 70.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 62.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Bathgate has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.1% of all residents.
Education
25.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 22% lower than the state rate of 32.7%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample. Notably, 15.4% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bathgate, North Dakota is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against North Dakota state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 402 Census-designated places in North Dakota. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Bathgate, North Dakota?
Bathgate, North Dakota has a population of 56 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bathgate, ND?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Bathgate — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bathgate, ND?
The poverty rate in Bathgate is 58.9%. This means approximately 33 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bathgate, North Dakota?
Bathgate's population is 91.1% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bathgate, ND?
The median home value in Bathgate is $50,000.
How educated is Bathgate, North Dakota?
25.6% of adults (25+) in Bathgate hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 15.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.