Fingal, North Dakota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Fingal, North Dakota had a total population of 174, the 196th largest city in North Dakota, with a median household income of $56,944, which is 26% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 8.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.0x.
Fingal Quick Facts
How Fingal 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 | 179 | 174 | -2.8% |
| Median household income | $61,250 | $56,944 | -7.0% |
| Median home value | $59,800 | $56,000 | -6.4% |
How Fingal 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+)
Fingal Rankings in North Dakota
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Other Cities in Barnes County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valley City | 6,541 | $60,339 | 16.7% | $162,200 |
| Oriska | 231 | $123,194 | 10.4% | $76,800 |
| Litchville | 185 | $33,281 | 33.5% | $115,600 |
| Wimbledon | 159 | $107,857 | 8.8% | $153,400 |
| Sanborn | 103 | $80,875 | 1.9% | $103,100 |
| Kathryn | 77 | $80,156 | 14.3% | $90,900 |
| Dazey | 62 | $43,000 | 4.8% | N/A |
| Nome | 49 | $72,500 | 20.4% | N/A |
| Rogers | 26 | $76,042 | 7.7% | $47,500 |
| Leal | 23 | $70,500 | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Fingal
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regent | 181 | $56,364 | $57,300 | 17.4% | 22.7% |
| New Leipzig | 181 | $55,000 | $88,400 | 15.3% | 8.8% |
| Rhame | 184 | $61,429 | $120,800 | 10.8% | 11.4% |
| Four Bears Village | 154 | N/A | N/A | 11.7% | 33.8% |
| Selfridge | 198 | $56,250 | $70,600 | 8.6% | 10.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 174, Fingal'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
Fingal is a small community located in North Dakota, within Barnes County. The total population is 174. It ranks as the 196th most populous out of 402 Census-designated places in North Dakota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Fingal is 37.1 years. This is 3% higher than the state median of 35.9 years. Only 2.9% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Fingal is $56,944. This is 26% lower than the state median of $76,657. It is also 29% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.9%. This is 36% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.8%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Fingal, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $56,000. Housing costs are 78% lower than the state median of $249,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.0x, Fingal is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 59% higher than the state average of 62.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Fingal is White (non-Hispanic), making up 65.5% of the population.
Education
8.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 73% 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 96.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Fingal, 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 Fingal, North Dakota?
Fingal, North Dakota has a population of 174 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Fingal, ND?
The median household income in Fingal is $56,944, which is 29% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Fingal, ND?
The poverty rate in Fingal is 6.9%. This means approximately 12 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Fingal, North Dakota?
Fingal's population is 65.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Fingal, ND?
The median home value in Fingal is $56,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.0x.
How educated is Fingal, North Dakota?
8.7% of adults (25+) in Fingal hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.