Gwinner, North Dakota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Gwinner, North Dakota had a total population of 859, the 66th largest city in North Dakota, with a median household income of $64,250, which is 16% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Gwinner Quick Facts
How Gwinner 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 | 877 | 859 | -2.1% |
| Median household income | $66,071 | $64,250 | -2.8% |
| Median home value | $151,900 | $172,100 | +13.3% |
How Gwinner 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+)
Gwinner Rankings in North Dakota
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Other Cities in Sargent County
Cities Similar to Gwinner
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wishek | 849 | $69,904 | $100,600 | 23.2% | 12.9% |
| Beach | 899 | $62,560 | $136,500 | 28.1% | 25.5% |
| Lakota | 784 | $66,090 | $167,800 | 28.7% | 14.6% |
| Steele | 757 | $65,329 | $161,000 | 30.6% | 9.1% |
| New Salem | 780 | $69,519 | $187,000 | 20.1% | 6.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 859, Gwinner'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
Gwinner is a small community located in North Dakota, within Sargent County. The total population is 859. It ranks as the 66th most populous out of 402 Census-designated places in North Dakota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Gwinner is 31.4 years. This is 13% lower than the state median of 35.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Gwinner is $64,250. This is 16% lower than the state median of $76,657. It is also 20% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.9%. This is about the same as the state poverty rate of 10.8%. The unemployment rate is 2.8%. The median home value is $172,100. Housing costs are 31% lower than the state median of $249,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Gwinner is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 50.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% lower than the state average of 62.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Gwinner is White (non-Hispanic), making up 78.3% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 13.5%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (13.5% vs 3.3%).
Education
15.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 53% 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 92.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Gwinner, 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 Gwinner, North Dakota?
Gwinner, North Dakota has a population of 859 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Gwinner, ND?
The median household income in Gwinner is $64,250, which is 20% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Gwinner, ND?
The poverty rate in Gwinner is 10.9%. This means approximately 93 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Gwinner, North Dakota?
Gwinner's population is 78.3% White, 13.5% Black, 4.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Gwinner, ND?
The median home value in Gwinner is $172,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.
How educated is Gwinner, North Dakota?
15.4% of adults (25+) in Gwinner hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.