Bismarck, North Dakota Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Bismarck, North Dakota is 74,146 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 2nd-largest city in North Dakota. The median household income is $77,608, the median home value is $291,400, and the median age is 38.2.
The population has grown 26.3% since 2010 (61,589 → 77,772).
74,146
Population
2138
People / sq mi
$77,608
Median Income
$291,400
Median Home Value
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Bismarck covers 34.7 sq mi of land at 2138 people per square mile.
About Bismarck, ND
What sets Bismarck apart is where people work — remote work is unusually rare here, at 7.0% versus 14.0% nationally. Bismarck is a city in North Dakota with a population of 74,146. It is the #2-largest of all cities in North Dakota nationally.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $77,608 — near the US median of $78,538. About 6.3% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $291,400, with typical rent around $992.
38.7% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national average of 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 7.0% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 16 minutes each way.
Bismarck city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Bismarck city had a population of 61,589 in 2010 and 77,772 in 2024, a 26.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 77,772 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.69%.
77,772
Population (2024)
61,589
Population (2010)
77,772
Peak (2024)
1.69%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 61,589 |
| 2011 | 62,768 |
| 2012 | 64,772 |
| 2013 | 67,127 |
| 2014 | 69,011 |
| 2015 | 71,413 |
| 2016 | 72,580 |
| 2017 | 73,141 |
| 2018 | 73,229 |
| 2019 | 73,529 |
| 2020 | 73,741 |
| 2021 | 74,495 |
| 2022 | 75,483 |
| 2023 | 76,389 |
| 2024 | 77,772 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 84.8% |
| Black or African American | 2.5% |
| Asian | 0.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 6.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$77,608
Median Household Income
$44,475
Per Capita Income
6.3%
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$291,400
Median Home Value
$992
Median Rent
65.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
95.0%
High School+
38.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.2%
Drive Alone
81.1%
Public Transit
7.0%
Work From Home
15.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
25.0%
Foreign Born
95.5%
Non-English at Home
7.1%
Veterans
13.3%
With Disability
94.9%
Health Insurance
93.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 25.5% |
| Public Administration | 9.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.5% |
| Construction | 8.1% |
| Retail Trade | 7.4% |
| Information | 6.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.4% |
| Manufacturing | 4.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 2.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bismarck, North Dakota has a population of 74,146 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 2nd-largest city in North Dakota.
The median household income in Bismarck, North Dakota is $77,608, with 6.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Bismarck, North Dakota is $291,400, with median monthly rent at $992 and a homeownership rate of 65.8%.
The median age in Bismarck, North Dakota is 38.2 years. The population is 49.7% male and 50.3% female.
The population has grown 26.3% since 2010 (61,589 → 77,772).
Bismarck city, ND Climate
Bismarck city, ND has an average annual temperature of 5.9°C (43°F) and receives about 427 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
5.9°C
Avg Temp
427
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -12° / 10° | 11 mm |
| February | -8° / 18° | 11 mm |
| March | -2° / 29° | 19 mm |
| April | 6° / 43° | 41 mm |
| May | 14° / 56° | 57 mm |
| June | 19° / 66° | 70 mm |
| July | 22° / 71° | 67 mm |
| August | 21° / 69° | 51 mm |
| September | 15° / 59° | 40 mm |
| October | 8° / 46° | 33 mm |
| November | -2° / 29° | 17 mm |
| December | -9° / 16° | 10 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Bismarck city, ND
The most comfortable months to visit Bismarck city, ND are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 29°C high). The coldest is January (near -18°C low). June is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.