Eddy County, North Dakota Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Eddy County is located in North Dakota with a total population of 2,319. It is the 40th most populous county out of 53 in North Dakota. The county encompasses 2 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Eddy County is 48.7 years. This is 36% higher than the state median of 35.7 years. 12.0% 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 Eddy County is $55,389. This is 27% lower than the state median of $75,949. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 29% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.8%. This is 21% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.1%. This is 28% lower than the state rate of 2.8%. The median home value is $115,500. Housing costs are 52% lower than the state median of $241,100. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Eddy County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 72.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 63.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Eddy County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.9%.

Education

28.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 13% 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 92.7%.