St. John, North Dakota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, St. John, North Dakota had a total population of 286, the 146th largest city in North Dakota, with a median household income of $62,750, which is 18% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.9%.
St. John Quick Facts
How St. John 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 | 248 | 286 | +15.3% |
How St. John 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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 32 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
St. John Rankings in North Dakota
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Other Cities in Rolette County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belcourt | 1,547 | $90,568 | 27.7% | N/A |
| Shell Valley | 1,243 | $46,786 | 21.5% | $90,800 |
| Rolla | 1,039 | $49,219 | 23.1% | $151,500 |
| Green Acres | 994 | $47,679 | 38.7% | N/A |
| Dunseith | 818 | $51,449 | 11.1% | N/A |
| East Dunseith | 450 | N/A | 58.1% | $143,800 |
| Rolette | 363 | $90,536 | 5.3% | $128,400 |
| Mylo | 8 | N/A | 12.5% | N/A |
Cities Similar to St. John
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairmount | 292 | $59,375 | $93,800 | 14.3% | 10.3% |
| Gackle | 284 | $56,042 | $85,600 | 19.4% | 21.2% |
| Hunter | 292 | $74,583 | $125,000 | 18.7% | 12.7% |
| Michigan City | 277 | $75,000 | $120,000 | 32.6% | 4.7% |
| St. Thomas | 306 | $72,500 | $79,300 | 18.6% | 9.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 286, St. John'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
St. John is a small community located in North Dakota, within Rolette County. The total population is 286. It ranks as the 146th most populous out of 402 Census-designated places in North Dakota.
Age Demographics
The median age in St. John is 45.1 years. This is 26% higher than the state median of 35.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in St. John is $62,750. This is 18% lower than the state median of $76,657. It is also 22% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.9%. This is 20% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.8%. The unemployment rate is 1.9%. This is 29% lower than the state rate of 2.8%. 68.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 62.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
St. John is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Black or African American residents account for 5.6%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (21.0%) is well below the state average of 81.7%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (5.6% vs 3.3%). The Hispanic or Latino population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 4.7%.
Education
11.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 64% 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 98.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for St. John, 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 St. John, North Dakota?
St. John, North Dakota has a population of 286 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in St. John, ND?
The median household income in St. John is $62,750, which is 22% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in St. John, ND?
The poverty rate in St. John is 12.9%. This means approximately 37 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of St. John, North Dakota?
St. John's population is 21.0% White, 5.6% Black, 1.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in St. John, ND?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for St. John — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is St. John, North Dakota?
11.8% of adults (25+) in St. John hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.