Hampden, North Dakota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hampden, North Dakota had a total population of 21, the 357th largest city in North Dakota. The poverty rate is 28.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (28.6%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Hampden Quick Facts
How Hampden 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 | 25 | 21 | -16.0% |
How Hampden 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+)
Hampden Rankings in North Dakota
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Other Cities in Ramsey County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Devils Lake | 7,308 | $43,220 | 21.8% | $164,900 |
| Edmore | 240 | $70,792 | 22.6% | $85,000 |
| Crary | 114 | N/A | 15.8% | $59,200 |
| Starkweather | 50 | $55,417 | 6.0% | $55,000 |
| Brocket | 43 | $103,750 | 0.0% | N/A |
| Lawton | 21 | N/A | 4.8% | $23,300 |
| Churchs Ferry | 4 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Hampden
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brinsmade | 21 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 38.1% |
| Kramer | 21 | $78,750 | $81,700 | 19.1% | 0.0% |
| Lawton | 21 | N/A | $23,300 | 33.3% | 4.8% |
| Ardoch | 22 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 9.1% |
| Bucyrus | 22 | $157,750 | $162,500 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 21, Hampden'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
Hampden is a small community located in North Dakota, within Ramsey County. The total population is 21. It ranks as the 357th most populous out of 402 Census-designated places in North Dakota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hampden is 57.8 years. This is 61% higher than the state median of 35.9 years. Only 14.3% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 28.6%. This is 164% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Hampden, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 42.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 32% lower than the state average of 62.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Hampden was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 72.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hampden, 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 Hampden, North Dakota?
Hampden, North Dakota has a population of 21 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hampden, ND?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Hampden — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hampden, ND?
The poverty rate in Hampden is 28.6%. This means approximately 6 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Hampden, North Dakota?
Hampden's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hampden, ND?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Hampden — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Hampden, North Dakota?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Hampden hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.