Powers Lake, North Dakota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Powers Lake, North Dakota had a total population of 301, the 141st largest city in North Dakota, with a median household income of $79,397, which is 4% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 16.8% is notably above the national average.
Powers Lake Quick Facts
How Powers Lake 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 | 292 | 301 | +3.1% |
| Median household income | $77,750 | $79,397 | +2.1% |
| Median home value | $165,000 | $232,100 | +40.7% |
How Powers Lake Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
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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+)
Powers Lake Rankings in North Dakota
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Other Cities in Burke County
Cities Similar to Powers Lake
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anamoose | 309 | $78,750 | $87,000 | 12.3% | 19.4% |
| Hunter | 292 | $74,583 | $125,000 | 18.7% | 12.7% |
| St. Thomas | 306 | $72,500 | $79,300 | 18.6% | 9.5% |
| Granville | 278 | $82,500 | $94,200 | 13.8% | 9.0% |
| Michigan City | 277 | $75,000 | $120,000 | 32.6% | 4.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 301, Powers Lake'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
Powers Lake is a small community located in North Dakota, within Burke County. The total population is 301. It ranks as the 141st most populous out of 402 Census-designated places in North Dakota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Powers Lake is 36.4 years. This is 1% higher than the state median of 35.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Powers Lake is $79,397. This is 4% higher than the state median of $76,657. It is also 2% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.3%. This is 51% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.8%. The unemployment rate is 16.8%. This is 507% higher than the state rate of 2.8%. The median home value is $232,100. Housing costs are 7% lower than the state median of $249,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Powers Lake is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 61.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% lower than the state average of 62.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Powers Lake has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 4.7%.
Education
27.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 16% 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 90.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Powers Lake, 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 Powers Lake, North Dakota?
Powers Lake, North Dakota has a population of 301 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Powers Lake, ND?
The median household income in Powers Lake is $79,397, which is 2% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Powers Lake, ND?
The poverty rate in Powers Lake is 5.3%. This means approximately 16 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Powers Lake, North Dakota?
Powers Lake's population is 96.4% White, 0.0% Black, 1.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Powers Lake, ND?
The median home value in Powers Lake is $232,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.9x.
How educated is Powers Lake, North Dakota?
27.6% of adults (25+) in Powers Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.