Karlsruhe, North Dakota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Karlsruhe, North Dakota had a total population of 62, the 289th largest city in North Dakota. The poverty rate is 6.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 17.1% is notably above the national average.
Karlsruhe Quick Facts
How Karlsruhe 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 | 56 | 62 | +10.7% |
| Median home value | $103,600 | $102,500 | -1.1% |
How Karlsruhe 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+)
Karlsruhe Rankings in North Dakota
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Other Cities in McHenry County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Velva | 1,083 | $83,060 | 8.2% | $194,600 |
| Towner | 467 | $49,500 | 15.4% | $78,400 |
| Anamoose | 309 | $78,750 | 19.4% | $87,000 |
| Drake | 300 | $46,000 | 21.3% | $75,600 |
| Granville | 278 | $82,500 | 9.0% | $94,200 |
| Upham | 102 | N/A | 9.8% | $53,800 |
| Deering | 68 | $88,125 | 1.5% | $120,800 |
| Voltaire | 43 | N/A | 0.0% | $211,400 |
| Bantry | 5 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Balfour | 3 | N/A | 66.7% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Karlsruhe
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dazey | 62 | $43,000 | N/A | 11.1% | 4.8% |
| Pekin | 62 | $36,750 | $56,000 | 7.7% | 8.2% |
| Glenfield | 63 | N/A | N/A | 22.2% | 3.2% |
| White Earth | 63 | $69,063 | $109,700 | 10.2% | 28.6% |
| Grace City | 61 | $71,250 | $22,500 | 20.4% | 4.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 62, Karlsruhe'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
Karlsruhe is a small community located in North Dakota, within McHenry County. The total population is 62. It ranks as the 289th most populous out of 402 Census-designated places in North Dakota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Karlsruhe is 59.7 years. This is 66% higher than the state median of 35.9 years. Only 4.8% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 17.7% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 6.5%. This is 40% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.8%. The unemployment rate is 17.1%. This is 521% higher than the state rate of 2.8%. The median home value is $102,500. Housing costs are 59% lower than the state median of $249,900. 94.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 50% higher than the state average of 62.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Karlsruhe has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.2%.
Education
15.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 52% 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 82.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Karlsruhe, 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 Karlsruhe, North Dakota?
Karlsruhe, North Dakota has a population of 62 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Karlsruhe, ND?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Karlsruhe — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Karlsruhe, ND?
The poverty rate in Karlsruhe is 6.5%. This means approximately 4 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Karlsruhe, North Dakota?
Karlsruhe's population is 96.8% White, 0.0% Black, 3.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Karlsruhe, ND?
The median home value in Karlsruhe is $102,500.
How educated is Karlsruhe, North Dakota?
15.8% of adults (25+) in Karlsruhe hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.