Crary, North Dakota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Crary, North Dakota had a total population of 114, the 224th largest city in North Dakota. The poverty rate is 15.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Crary Quick Facts
How Crary 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 | 131 | 114 | -13.0% |
| Median home value | $75,000 | $59,200 | -21.1% |
How Crary 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 32 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Crary Rankings in North Dakota
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Other Cities in Ramsey County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Devils Lake | 7,308 | $43,220 | 21.8% | $164,900 |
| Edmore | 240 | $70,792 | 22.6% | $85,000 |
| Starkweather | 50 | $55,417 | 6.0% | $55,000 |
| Brocket | 43 | $103,750 | 0.0% | N/A |
| Hampden | 21 | N/A | 28.6% | N/A |
| Lawton | 21 | N/A | 4.8% | $23,300 |
| Churchs Ferry | 4 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Crary
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sykeston | 114 | $37,422 | $66,700 | 12.8% | 8.8% |
| Osnabrock | 115 | $19,479 | $31,900 | 0.9% | 19.8% |
| Verona | 116 | $93,750 | $65,800 | 13.7% | 23.3% |
| Cogswell | 110 | $60,313 | $47,800 | 1.1% | 6.4% |
| Grandin | 119 | $82,188 | $131,300 | 11.0% | 7.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 114, Crary'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
Crary is a small community located in North Dakota, within Ramsey County. The total population is 114. It ranks as the 224th most populous out of 402 Census-designated places in North Dakota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Crary is 47.0 years. This is 31% higher than the state median of 35.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 15.8%. This is 46% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.8%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Crary, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $59,200. Housing costs are 76% lower than the state median of $249,900. 92.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 47% higher than the state average of 62.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Crary is White (non-Hispanic), making up 74.6% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 2.6%.
Education
21.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 35% lower than the state rate of 32.7%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Crary, 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 Crary, North Dakota?
Crary, North Dakota has a population of 114 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Crary, ND?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Crary — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Crary, ND?
The poverty rate in Crary is 15.8%. This means approximately 18 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Crary, North Dakota?
Crary's population is 74.6% White, 2.6% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Crary, ND?
The median home value in Crary is $59,200.
How educated is Crary, North Dakota?
21.3% of adults (25+) in Crary hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.