Robinson, North Dakota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Robinson, North Dakota had a total population of 50, the 305th largest city in North Dakota, with a median household income of $51,250, which is 33% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 33% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Unemployment rate of 31.8% is notably above the national average.
Robinson Quick Facts
How Robinson 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 | 53 | 50 | -5.7% |
| Median household income | $58,750 | $51,250 | -12.8% |
How Robinson 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+)
Robinson Rankings in North Dakota
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Other Cities in Kidder County
Cities Similar to Robinson
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starkweather | 50 | $55,417 | $55,000 | 5.1% | 6.0% |
| Clifford | 54 | N/A | $104,200 | 20.0% | 3.7% |
| Spiritwood | 46 | N/A | $235,700 | 21.7% | 0.0% |
| Ypsilanti | 55 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0% |
| Bathgate | 56 | N/A | $50,000 | 25.6% | 58.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 50, Robinson'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
Robinson is a small community located in North Dakota, within Kidder County. The total population is 50. It ranks as the 305th most populous out of 402 Census-designated places in North Dakota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Robinson is 65.6 years. This is 83% higher than the state median of 35.9 years. Only 6.0% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 14.0% 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 Robinson is $51,250. This is 33% lower than the state median of $76,657. It is also 37% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.0%. This is 26% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.8%. The unemployment rate is 31.8%. This is 1053% higher than the state rate of 2.8%. 82.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% higher than the state average of 62.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Robinson was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
30.4% 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. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Robinson, 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 Robinson, North Dakota?
Robinson, North Dakota has a population of 50 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Robinson, ND?
The median household income in Robinson is $51,250, which is 37% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Robinson, ND?
The poverty rate in Robinson is 8.0%. This means approximately 4 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Robinson, North Dakota?
Robinson's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Robinson, ND?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Robinson — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Robinson, North Dakota?
30.4% of adults (25+) in Robinson hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.