Sutton, North Dakota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sutton, North Dakota had a total population of 16, the 370th largest community in North Dakota. The poverty rate is 31.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (31.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Sutton Quick Facts
How Sutton 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 | 40 | 16 | -60.0% |
How Sutton Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
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+)
Sutton Rankings in North Dakota
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Other Cities in Griggs County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cooperstown | 918 | $51,375 | 15.0% | $98,600 |
| Binford | 168 | $37,143 | 15.5% | $70,000 |
| Hannaford | 77 | $50,625 | 15.6% | $59,200 |
| Jessie | 8 | N/A | 37.5% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Sutton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairdale | 16 | $23,750 | $22,500 | 6.3% | 43.8% |
| Flaxton | 16 | $23,500 | $46,700 | 25.0% | 25.0% |
| Cathay | 17 | N/A | N/A | 20.0% | 18.8% |
| Antler | 15 | $45,417 | $36,300 | 0.0% | 33.3% |
| Alice | 18 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 27.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 16, Sutton'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
Sutton is a small community located in North Dakota, within Griggs County. The total population is 16. It ranks as the 370th most populous out of 402 Census-designated places in North Dakota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sutton is 81.0 years. This is 126% higher than the state median of 35.9 years. 75.0% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 31.3%. This is 189% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.8%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. 58.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% lower than the state average of 62.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Sutton 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
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 81.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sutton, 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 Sutton, North Dakota?
Sutton, North Dakota has a population of 16 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sutton, ND?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Sutton — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sutton, ND?
The poverty rate in Sutton is 31.3%. This means approximately 5 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sutton, North Dakota?
Sutton's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sutton, ND?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Sutton — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Sutton, North Dakota?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Sutton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.