Richardton, North Dakota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Richardton, North Dakota had a total population of 768, the 73rd largest city in North Dakota, with a median household income of $60,179, which is 21% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Richardton Quick Facts
How Richardton 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 | 761 | 768 | +0.9% |
| Median household income | $69,844 | $60,179 | -13.8% |
| Median home value | $188,900 | $188,500 | -0.2% |
How Richardton 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+)
Richardton Rankings in North Dakota
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Other Cities in Stark County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dickinson | 25,357 | $82,696 | 13.6% | $263,700 |
| Belfield | 685 | $45,938 | 15.9% | $192,000 |
| South Heart | 503 | $142,564 | 2.2% | $324,500 |
| Gladstone | 230 | $95,417 | 10.0% | $205,700 |
| Taylor | 179 | $100,250 | 4.5% | $222,200 |
Cities Similar to Richardton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steele | 757 | $65,329 | $161,000 | 30.6% | 9.1% |
| Lakota | 784 | $66,090 | $167,800 | 28.7% | 14.6% |
| Napoleon | 765 | $68,750 | $87,700 | 23.1% | 16.0% |
| Drayton | 763 | $70,250 | $107,500 | 23.7% | 5.6% |
| New Salem | 780 | $69,519 | $187,000 | 20.1% | 6.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 768, Richardton'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
Richardton is a small community located in North Dakota, within Stark County. The total population is 768. It ranks as the 73rd most populous out of 402 Census-designated places in North Dakota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Richardton is 42.6 years. This is 19% higher than the state median of 35.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Richardton is $60,179. This is 21% lower than the state median of $76,657. It is also 25% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.3%. This is 14% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.8%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Richardton, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $188,500. Housing costs are 25% lower than the state median of $249,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 85.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 36% higher than the state average of 62.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Richardton has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.5%.
Education
22.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 32% 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 83.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Richardton, 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 Richardton, North Dakota?
Richardton, North Dakota has a population of 768 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Richardton, ND?
The median household income in Richardton is $60,179, which is 25% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Richardton, ND?
The poverty rate in Richardton is 9.3%. This means approximately 70 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Richardton, North Dakota?
Richardton's population is 88.7% White, 0.0% Black, 2.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Richardton, ND?
The median home value in Richardton is $188,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Richardton, North Dakota?
22.2% of adults (25+) in Richardton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.