Bismarck, North Dakota

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
73,694
Population
$76,014
Median Income
$283,800
Home Value
38.0
Median Age

Demographics

Bismarck has a population of 73,694 with a median age of 38.0. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
86.0%
Other
7.8%
Hispanic
2.7%
Black
2.5%
Asian
1.0%
Demographic Value
Total Population73,694
Median Age38.0
White86.0%
Black or African American2.5%
Asian1.0%
Hispanic or Latino2.7%
Other / Two or More Races7.8%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Bismarck is $76,014, which is 1.2% above the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $43,144. The poverty rate is 9.2%.

$76,014
Median Household Income
$43,144
Per Capita Income
9.2%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Bismarck is 3.1%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Bismarck, 94.6% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 37.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11.2% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
94.6%
Bachelor's+
37.4%
Graduate+
11.2%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher94.6%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher37.4%
Graduate or Professional Degree11.2%

Housing

The median home value in Bismarck is $283,800, above the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $969. The homeownership rate is 65.4%.

$283,800
Median Home Value
$969/mo
Median Rent
65.4%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$283,800
Median Monthly Rent$969
Homeownership Rate65.4%
Vacancy Rate7.7%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Bismarck, North Dakota?
The population of Bismarck, North Dakota is 73,694 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bismarck, North Dakota?
The median household income in Bismarck, North Dakota is $76,014. This is 1.2% above the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Bismarck, North Dakota?
The median home value in Bismarck, North Dakota is $283,800. The median monthly rent is $969.
What percentage of people in Bismarck have a college degree?
In Bismarck, North Dakota, 37.4% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 94.6% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Bismarck, North Dakota an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Bismarck, North Dakota is 3.7x (median home value $283,800 vs. median income $76,014), making it relatively affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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