Erie, North Dakota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Erie, North Dakota had a total population of 58, the 296th largest community in North Dakota. The poverty rate is 24.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- 56.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in North Dakota.
- Unemployment rate of 24.3% is notably above the national average.
Erie Quick Facts
How Erie 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 | 44 | 58 | +31.8% |
How Erie 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+)
Erie Rankings in North Dakota
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Other Cities in Cass County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fargo | 131,627 | $66,998 | 12.9% | $281,900 |
| West Fargo | 40,094 | $90,665 | 8.8% | $321,900 |
| Horace | 4,588 | $138,578 | 4.3% | $414,500 |
| Casselton | 2,953 | $73,259 | 7.1% | $278,400 |
| Mapleton | 1,352 | $119,432 | 1.8% | $310,200 |
| Reile's Acres | 1,032 | $192,500 | 1.2% | $475,600 |
| Kindred | 996 | $105,104 | 3.5% | $297,800 |
| Enderlin | 985 | $74,625 | 12.5% | $148,600 |
| Harwood | 819 | $145,139 | 1.3% | $321,100 |
| Argusville | 584 | $162,734 | 0.5% | $356,200 |
Cities Similar to Erie
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Driscoll | 59 | $46,389 | $92,600 | 0.0% | 8.5% |
| Sentinel Butte | 57 | $51,250 | N/A | 23.9% | 0.0% |
| Briarwood | 60 | $238,333 | $625,000 | 53.3% | 0.0% |
| Bathgate | 56 | N/A | $50,000 | 25.6% | 58.9% |
| Maxbass | 56 | N/A | $40,000 | 7.1% | 30.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 58, Erie'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
Erie is a small community located in North Dakota, within Cass County. The total population is 58. It ranks as the 296th most populous out of 402 Census-designated places in North Dakota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Erie is 20.5 years. This is 43% lower than the state median of 35.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 24.1%. This is 123% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.8%. 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 24.3%. This is 781% higher than the state rate of 2.8%. 60.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% lower than the state average of 62.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Erie is White (non-Hispanic), making up 65.5% of the population.
Education
56.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Erie in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 71% higher 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 76.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Erie, 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 Erie, North Dakota?
Erie, North Dakota has a population of 58 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Erie, ND?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Erie — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Erie, ND?
The poverty rate in Erie is 24.1%. This means approximately 14 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Erie, North Dakota?
Erie's population is 65.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Erie, ND?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Erie — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Erie, North Dakota?
56.0% of adults (25+) in Erie hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.