Hazen city, North Dakota Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Hazen city, North Dakota Demographics
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As of 2026, Hazen city, North Dakota has a total population of 2,509, the 22nd largest city in North Dakota, with a median household income of $72,094, which is 5% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.6%.

Hazen city Quick Facts

Population 2,509

Median Household Income $72,094

Median Home Value $189,300

Poverty Rate 13.6%

Unemployment Rate 2.9%

Median Age 43.6 years

Homeownership Rate 72.8%

Affordability Ratio 2.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 29.1%

High School Graduation Rate 91.0%

Diversity Index 18/100

Population 2,509 22nd of 401

Median Income $72,094 average

Poverty Rate 13.6% 9% higher national

Median Home Value $189,300 top 30%

How Hazen city Compares

Median Household Income

Hazen city

$72,094

$75,949

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Hazen city

$189,300

$241,100

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 16.9%

$25K-$50K 14.9%

$50K-$100K 32.1%

$100K+ 36.2%

Employment

2.9% Unemployment Rate State: 2.8% | National: 5.2%

57.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 72.8%

Renter 27.2%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.6%

18-34

16.0%

35-54

22.6%

55-74

29.3%

75+

9.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 31 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Hazen city Rankings in North Dakota

#22 Population of 401

#140 Median Income of 401

#99 Education of 401

#69 Home Value of 401

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Other Cities in Mercer County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Beulah city	3,058	$84,417	8.3%	$194,300
Stanton city	560	$57,222	16.2%	$111,200
Golden Valley city	241	$76,875	4.2%	$135,700
Zap city	151	N/A	6.0%	$89,300
Pick City city	113	$58,500	13.6%	$145,800

Cities Similar to Hazen city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Casselton city	2,640	$68,472	$297,500	36.8%	4.6%
Lisbon city	2,262	$61,953	$185,700	20.1%	14.1%
Grand Forks AFB CDP	2,072	$72,279	N/A	31.2%	3.3%
Carrington city	2,171	$65,469	$141,800	30.9%	10.3%
Rugby city	2,555	$50,580	$147,800	31.2%	14.8%

Population Overview

Hazen city is a small community located in North Dakota, within Mercer County. The total population is 2,509. It ranks as the 22nd most populous out of 401 cities and towns in North Dakota.

Age Demographics

The median age in Hazen city is 43.6 years. This is 22% higher than the state median of 35.7 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Hazen city is $72,094. This is 5% lower than the state median of $75,949. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 8% lower. The poverty rate stands at 13.6%. This is 29% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.9%. This is 4% higher than the state rate of 2.8%. The median home value is $189,300. Housing costs are 21% lower than the state median of $241,100. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Hazen city is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 72.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% higher than the state average of 63.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Hazen city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.0%) is well below the state average of 4.5%.

Education

29.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 10% 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 91.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Hazen city, North Dakota is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against North Dakota state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 401 Census-designated places in North Dakota. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Hazen city, North Dakota?

Hazen city, North Dakota has a population of 2,509 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Hazen city, ND?

The median household income in Hazen city is $72,094, which is 8% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Hazen city, ND?

The poverty rate in Hazen city is 13.6%. This means approximately 338 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Hazen city, North Dakota?

Hazen city's population is 90.5% White, 1.9% Black, 2.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Hazen city, ND?

The median home value in Hazen city is $189,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.

How educated is Hazen city, North Dakota?

29.1% of adults (25+) in Hazen city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.