Wahpeton, North Dakota

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
7,983
Population
$51,417
Median Income
$152,600
Home Value
34.0
Median Age

Demographics

Wahpeton has a population of 7,983 with a median age of 34.0. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
89.8%
Other
5.1%
Hispanic
3.2%
Black
1.6%
Demographic Value
Total Population7,983
Median Age34.0
White89.8%
Black or African American1.6%
Asian0.3%
Hispanic or Latino3.2%
Other / Two or More Races5.1%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Wahpeton is $51,417, which is 31.6% below the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $30,451. The poverty rate is 18.3%.

$51,417
Median Household Income
$30,451
Per Capita Income
18.3%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Wahpeton is 2.8%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Wahpeton, 92.9% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 22.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5.3% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
92.9%
Bachelor's+
22.8%
Graduate+
5.3%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher92.9%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher22.8%
Graduate or Professional Degree5.3%

Housing

The median home value in Wahpeton is $152,600, below the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $732. The homeownership rate is 49.0%.

$152,600
Median Home Value
$732/mo
Median Rent
49.0%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$152,600
Median Monthly Rent$732
Homeownership Rate49.0%
Vacancy Rate8.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Wahpeton, North Dakota?
The population of Wahpeton, North Dakota is 7,983 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Wahpeton, North Dakota?
The median household income in Wahpeton, North Dakota is $51,417. This is 31.6% below the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Wahpeton, North Dakota?
The median home value in Wahpeton, North Dakota is $152,600. The median monthly rent is $732.
What percentage of people in Wahpeton have a college degree?
In Wahpeton, North Dakota, 22.8% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 92.9% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Wahpeton, North Dakota an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Wahpeton, North Dakota is 3.0x (median home value $152,600 vs. median income $51,417), making it relatively affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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