Pembina, North Dakota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Pembina, North Dakota had a total population of 625, the 90th largest city in North Dakota, with a median household income of $101,875, which is 33% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 33% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in North Dakota.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x.
Pembina Quick Facts
How Pembina 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 | 583 | 625 | +7.2% |
| Median household income | $88,523 | $101,875 | +15.1% |
| Median home value | $133,700 | $136,200 | +1.9% |
How Pembina 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+)
Pembina Rankings in North Dakota
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Other Cities in Pembina County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cavalier | 1,426 | $60,449 | 6.2% | $170,400 |
| Walhalla | 865 | $34,107 | 15.0% | $93,000 |
| Drayton | 763 | $70,250 | 5.6% | $107,500 |
| Neche | 398 | $82,500 | 10.1% | $92,500 |
| St. Thomas | 306 | $72,500 | 9.5% | $79,300 |
| Crystal | 103 | N/A | 1.9% | $67,600 |
| Mountain | 100 | $52,500 | 6.1% | $99,000 |
| Bathgate | 56 | N/A | 58.9% | $50,000 |
| Hamilton | 39 | $83,750 | 15.4% | $46,300 |
| Canton City (Hensel) | 28 | N/A | 25.0% | $26,300 |
Cities Similar to Pembina
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilton | 607 | $80,000 | $215,900 | 23.1% | 6.8% |
| Hatton | 608 | $76,111 | $140,800 | 18.0% | 6.4% |
| Milnor | 648 | $76,875 | $152,500 | 18.9% | 3.5% |
| Portland | 549 | $90,000 | $194,000 | 25.8% | 4.5% |
| Underwood | 699 | $85,577 | $191,200 | 20.9% | 10.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 625, Pembina'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
Pembina is a small community located in North Dakota, within Pembina County. The total population is 625. It ranks as the 90th most populous out of 402 Census-designated places in North Dakota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Pembina is 40.9 years. This is 14% higher than the state median of 35.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Pembina is $101,875. This is 33% higher than the state median of $76,657. It is also 26% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.7%. This is 29% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.3%. This is 18% higher than the state rate of 2.8%. The median home value is $136,200. Housing costs are 45% lower than the state median of $249,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x, Pembina is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% higher than the state average of 62.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Pembina has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.4%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 1.6%.
Education
24.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 26% 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 95.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Pembina, 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 Pembina, North Dakota?
Pembina, North Dakota has a population of 625 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Pembina, ND?
The median household income in Pembina is $101,875, which is 26% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Pembina, ND?
The poverty rate in Pembina is 7.7%. This means approximately 48 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Pembina, North Dakota?
Pembina's population is 86.2% White, 0.0% Black, 2.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Pembina, ND?
The median home value in Pembina is $136,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.3x.
How educated is Pembina, North Dakota?
24.3% of adults (25+) in Pembina hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.