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Mayville, North Dakota Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mayville, North Dakota had a total population of 1,976, the 28th largest city in North Dakota, with a median household income of $55,735, which is 27% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.0%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Mayville Quick Facts

Population 1,976
Median Household Income $55,735
Median Home Value $198,200
Poverty Rate 19.0%
Unemployment Rate 5.2%
Median Age 28.2 years
Homeownership Rate 48.0%
Affordability Ratio 3.6x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 30.5%
High School Graduation Rate 88.8%
Diversity Index 28/100
Population 1,976 28th of 402
Median Income $55,735 bottom 30%
Poverty Rate 19.0% 53% higher than national
Median Home Value $198,200 top 30%

How Mayville Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population2,0501,976-3.6%
Median household income$64,044$55,735-13.0%
Median home value$196,200$198,200+1.0%

How Mayville Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 27.6%
$25K-$50K 17.6%
$50K-$100K 26.4%
$100K+ 28.4%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
12.4%
$10K-$15K
7.9%
$15K-$20K
2.1%
$20K-$25K
5.2%
$25K-$30K
2.7%
$30K-$35K
5.6%
$35K-$40K
3.6%
$40K-$45K
2.1%
$45K-$50K
3.5%
$50K-$60K
8.8%
$60K-$75K
6.1%
$75K-$100K
11.5%
$100K-$125K
7.8%
$125K-$150K
5.9%
$150K-$200K
6.6%
$200K+
8.1%

Employment

5.2% Unemployment Rate State: 2.8%|National: 5.2%
60.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 48.0%
Renter 52.0%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.6x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $854/mo 18.4% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

28out of 100
Low Diversity

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

State average: 32 | National average: 61

Education

Mayville Rankings in North Dakota

#28 Population of 402
#238 Median Income of 326
#90 Education of 400
#70 Home Value of 317

Other Cities in Traill County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Hillsboro 1,704 $81,483 6.9% $174,800
Hatton 608 $76,111 6.4% $140,800
Portland 549 $90,000 4.5% $194,000
Buxton 360 $96,250 5.0% $177,500
Caledonia 74 N/A 0.0% $95,000
Clifford 54 N/A 3.7% $104,200
Galesburg 44 $145,500 2.3% $167,200

Cities Similar to Mayville

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Grand Forks AFB1,987$72,782$9,99929.9%4.0%
Oakes1,858$67,632$159,70022.9%12.1%
Langdon1,782$64,286$135,90024.6%11.1%
Bottineau2,205$65,905$165,00026.0%12.0%
Lisbon2,259$64,327$192,10021.2%15.4%

Population Overview

Mayville is a small community located in North Dakota, within Traill County. The total population is 1,976. It ranks as the 28th most populous out of 402 Census-designated places in North Dakota.

Age Demographics

The median age in Mayville is 28.2 years. This is 21% lower than the state median of 35.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Mayville is $55,735. This is 27% lower than the state median of $76,657. It is also 31% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.0%. This is 76% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.8%. The unemployment rate is 5.2%. This is 87% higher than the state rate of 2.8%. The median home value is $198,200. Housing costs are 21% lower than the state median of $249,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 48.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% lower than the state average of 62.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Mayville is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.1%.

Education

30.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 7% 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 88.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Mayville, 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 Mayville, North Dakota?

Mayville, North Dakota has a population of 1,976 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Mayville, ND?

The median household income in Mayville is $55,735, which is 31% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Mayville, ND?

The poverty rate in Mayville is 19.0%. This means approximately 309 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Mayville, North Dakota?

Mayville's population is 84.3% White, 2.9% Black, 6.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Mayville, ND?

The median home value in Mayville is $198,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

How educated is Mayville, North Dakota?

30.5% of adults (25+) in Mayville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.