Crosby, North Dakota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Crosby, North Dakota had a total population of 1,065, the 50th largest city in North Dakota, with a median household income of $82,500, which is 8% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.3%.
Crosby Quick Facts
How Crosby 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 | 1,116 | 1,065 | -4.6% |
| Median household income | $80,000 | $82,500 | +3.1% |
| Median home value | $111,800 | $115,400 | +3.2% |
How Crosby 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+)
Crosby Rankings in North Dakota
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Other Cities in Divide County
Cities Similar to Crosby
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Velva | 1,083 | $83,060 | $194,600 | 20.5% | 8.2% |
| Burlington | 1,067 | $77,708 | $243,500 | 15.8% | 3.0% |
| Northwood | 1,046 | $78,571 | $208,200 | 32.8% | 4.7% |
| Killdeer | 985 | $89,750 | $341,100 | 25.9% | 9.4% |
| Enderlin | 985 | $74,625 | $148,600 | 14.0% | 12.5% |
Population Overview
Crosby is a small community located in North Dakota, within Divide County. The total population is 1,065. It ranks as the 50th most populous out of 402 Census-designated places in North Dakota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Crosby is 56.3 years. This is 57% higher than the state median of 35.9 years. 17.4% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Crosby is $82,500. This is 8% higher than the state median of $76,657. It is also 2% higher than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Crosby. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The unemployment rate is 2.3%. This is 18% lower than the state rate of 2.8%. The median home value is $115,400. Housing costs are 54% lower than the state median of $249,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Crosby is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 69.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 62.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Crosby is White (non-Hispanic), making up 85.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.3%. The Asian population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 1.6%.
Education
11.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 66% 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 88.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Crosby, 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 Crosby, North Dakota?
Crosby, North Dakota has a population of 1,065 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Crosby, ND?
The median household income in Crosby is $82,500, which is 2% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Crosby, ND?
The ACS sample for Crosby recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Crosby, North Dakota?
Crosby's population is 85.0% White, 0.0% Black, 6.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Crosby, ND?
The median home value in Crosby is $115,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.4x.
How educated is Crosby, North Dakota?
11.0% of adults (25+) in Crosby hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.