Lisbon city, North Dakota Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Lisbon city, North Dakota Demographics
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As of 2026, Lisbon city, North Dakota has a total population of 2,262, the 23rd largest city in North Dakota, with a median household income of $61,953, which is 18% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.1%.

Lisbon city Quick Facts

Population 2,262

Median Household Income $61,953

Median Home Value $185,700

Poverty Rate 14.1%

Unemployment Rate 3.6%

Median Age 41.1 years

Homeownership Rate 63.2%

Affordability Ratio 3.0x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 20.1%

High School Graduation Rate 93.2%

Diversity Index 15/100

Population 2,262 23rd of 401

Median Income $61,953 below average

Poverty Rate 14.1% 13% higher national

Median Home Value $185,700 top 30%

How Lisbon city Compares

Median Household Income

Lisbon city

$61,953

$75,949

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Lisbon city

$185,700

$241,100

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 23.6%

$25K-$50K 18.3%

$50K-$100K 30.8%

$100K+ 27.3%

Employment

3.6% Unemployment Rate State: 2.8% | National: 5.2%

55.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 63.2%

Renter 36.8%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.0x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.7%

18-34

18.2%

35-54

21.0%

55-74

23.9%

75+

13.1%

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+)

Lisbon city Rankings in North Dakota

#23 Population of 401

#204 Median Income of 401

#197 Education of 401

#71 Home Value of 401

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Other Cities in Ransom County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Enderlin city	987	$70,625	11.2%	$120,800
Sheldon city	118	$55,000	0.9%	$55,600
Fort Ransom city	112	$78,750	4.5%	$212,500
Elliott city	29	N/A	6.9%	$67,500

Cities Similar to Lisbon city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Carrington city	2,171	$65,469	$141,800	30.9%	10.3%
Mayville city	2,050	$64,044	$196,200	27.0%	15.5%
Oakes city	2,046	$64,750	$160,100	23.6%	11.6%
Bottineau city	2,063	$70,882	$165,300	29.1%	11.7%
Grand Forks AFB CDP	2,072	$72,279	N/A	31.2%	3.3%

Population Overview

Lisbon city is a small community located in North Dakota, within Ransom County. The total population is 2,262. It ranks as the 23rd most populous out of 401 cities and towns in North Dakota.

Age Demographics

The median age in Lisbon city is 41.1 years. This is 15% higher than the state median of 35.7 years. 13.1% 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 Lisbon city is $61,953. This is 18% lower than the state median of $75,949. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 21% lower. The poverty rate stands at 14.1%. This is 33% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.6%. This is 29% higher than the state rate of 2.8%. The median home value is $185,700. Housing costs are 23% lower than the state median of $241,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 63.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.

Race & Ethnicity

Lisbon city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.9% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 1.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 4.5%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 1.5%.

Education

20.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 38% 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 93.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Lisbon 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 Lisbon city, North Dakota?

Lisbon city, North Dakota has a population of 2,262 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Lisbon city is $61,953, which is 21% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Lisbon city, ND?

The poverty rate in Lisbon city is 14.1%. This means approximately 298 residents live below the federal poverty line.

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

Lisbon city's population is 91.9% White, 1.7% Black, 1.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.7% Asian.

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

The median home value in Lisbon city is $185,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.

How educated is Lisbon city, North Dakota?

20.1% of adults (25+) in Lisbon city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.