Napoleon, North Dakota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Napoleon, North Dakota had a total population of 765, the 74th largest city in North Dakota, with a median household income of $68,750, which is 10% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.8%.
Napoleon Quick Facts
How Napoleon 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 | 768 | 765 | -0.4% |
| Median household income | $68,068 | $68,750 | +1.0% |
| Median home value | $85,000 | $87,700 | +3.2% |
How Napoleon 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+)
Napoleon Rankings in North Dakota
Explore North Dakota Rankings
Other Cities in Logan County
Cities Similar to Napoleon
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drayton | 763 | $70,250 | $107,500 | 23.7% | 5.6% |
| New Salem | 780 | $69,519 | $187,000 | 20.1% | 6.9% |
| Steele | 757 | $65,329 | $161,000 | 30.6% | 9.1% |
| Lakota | 784 | $66,090 | $167,800 | 28.7% | 14.6% |
| Richardton | 768 | $60,179 | $188,500 | 22.2% | 9.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 765, Napoleon'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
Napoleon is a small community located in North Dakota, within Logan County. The total population is 765. It ranks as the 74th most populous out of 402 Census-designated places in North Dakota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Napoleon is 41.8 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 35.9 years. 17.6% 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 Napoleon is $68,750. This is 10% lower than the state median of $76,657. It is also 15% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.0%. This is 48% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.8%. The unemployment rate is 0.8%. This is 71% lower than the state rate of 2.8%. The median home value is $87,700. Housing costs are 65% lower than the state median of $249,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x, Napoleon is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 62.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Napoleon has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.3%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 3.3%.
Education
23.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 29% 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 86.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Napoleon, 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.
Free data download: Get all North Dakota city and county demographics as CSV. Download Cities CSV | Download Counties CSV
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Napoleon, North Dakota?
Napoleon, North Dakota has a population of 765 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Napoleon, ND?
The median household income in Napoleon is $68,750, which is 15% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Napoleon, ND?
The poverty rate in Napoleon is 16.0%. This means approximately 116 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Napoleon, North Dakota?
Napoleon's population is 94.9% White, 0.4% Black, 3.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Napoleon, ND?
The median home value in Napoleon is $87,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.3x.
How educated is Napoleon, North Dakota?
23.1% of adults (25+) in Napoleon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.