LaMoure County, North Dakota Demographics 2026

Population Overview

LaMoure County is located in North Dakota with a total population of 4,107. It is the 25th most populous county out of 53 in North Dakota. The county encompasses 8 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in LaMoure County is 46.7 years. This is 31% higher than the state median of 35.7 years. 12.5% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in LaMoure County is $70,263. This is 7% lower than the state median of $75,949. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 11% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.8%. This is 2% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 1.6%. This is 43% lower than the state rate of 2.8%. The median home value is $118,000. Housing costs are 51% lower than the state median of $241,100. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, LaMoure County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 84.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 34% higher than the state average of 63.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

LaMoure County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.0%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 3.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.0%) is well below the state average of 4.5%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 1.5%.

Education

24.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 25% 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 92.0%.