Benson County, North Dakota Demographics 2026
Benson County, North Dakota has a population of 5,861, the 21st most populous county in North Dakota. The median household income is $68,049 and the median home value is $83,100. The poverty rate is 22.2%.
Benson County Quick Facts
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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: 31 | National average: 60
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Benson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leeds city | 487 | $73,750 | 10.7% | $82,900 |
| Maddock city | 425 | $45,625 | 30.0% | $46,300 |
| Minnewaukan city | 186 | $82,895 | 15.0% | $102,500 |
| Esmond city | 110 | N/A | 37.3% | $70,000 |
| Warwick city | 82 | $55,625 | 26.8% | $55,000 |
| Knox city | 39 | $67,813 | 7.7% | $141,100 |
| Brinsmade city | 28 | N/A | 0.0% | $9,999 |
| Oberon city | 27 | N/A | 0.0% | $58,300 |
| York city | 8 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
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Population Overview
Benson County is located in North Dakota with a total population of 5,861. It is the 21st most populous county out of 53 in North Dakota. The county encompasses 9 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Benson County is 32.4 years. This is 9% lower than the state median of 35.7 years. With 33.8% of the population under 18, Benson County has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Benson County is $68,049. This is 10% lower than the state median of $75,949. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 13% lower. The poverty rate stands at 22.2%. This is 110% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. 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 1.9%. This is 32% lower than the state rate of 2.8%. The median home value is $83,100. Housing costs are 66% lower than the state median of $241,100. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.2x, Benson County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 74.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 63.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Benson County is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.7%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 3.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 4.5%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 1.5%.
Education
22.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 32% lower than the state rate of 32.3%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 88.5%.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Benson County, North Dakota?
Benson County has a population of 5,861, making it the 21st most populous county in North Dakota.
What is the median income in Benson County?
The median household income in Benson County is $68,049 with a poverty rate of 22.2%.
How many cities are in Benson County, North Dakota?
Benson County contains 9 Census-designated places.