Emmons County, North Dakota Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Emmons County is located in North Dakota with a total population of 3,269. It is the 33rd most populous county out of 53 in North Dakota. The county encompasses 5 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Emmons County is 51.5 years. This is 44% higher than the state median of 35.7 years. 13.0% 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 Emmons County is $67,368. This is 11% lower than the state median of $75,949. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 14% lower. The poverty rate stands at 8.4%. This is 21% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 1.9%. This is 32% lower than the state rate of 2.8%. The median home value is $112,400. Housing costs are 53% lower than the state median of $241,100. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Emmons County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 81.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 63.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Emmons County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.9%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 3.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 4.5%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 1.5%.

Education

20.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 36% 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 88.9%.