Emmons County, North Dakota Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 33rd-largest in North Dakota
The population of Emmons County, North Dakota is 3,269 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 33rd-largest county in North Dakota. The median household income is $67,368, the median home value is $112,400, and the median age is 51.5.
The population of Emmons County has declined 9.1% since 2010 (3,531 → 3,209), a -0.68% annualized rate.
3,269
Population
-0.68%
Annual growth
2
People / sq mi
$67,368
Median Income
$112,400
Median Home Value
Emmons County covers 1,508 sq mi of land at 2.2 people per square mile.
About Emmons County, ND
Emmons County skews on age — the median resident is 51.5, older than the national median. With 3,269 residents, Emmons County is a county in North Dakota. It ranks #33 among counties in North Dakota by population.
Median household income is $67,368, below the US median of $78,538. Only 4.7% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $112,400, with typical rent around $551.
Roughly 20.7% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. A solid 12.4% of workers are based at home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 19 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Emmons County — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Emmons County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Emmons County had a population of 3,531 in 2010 and 3,209 in 2024, a -9.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 3,531 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.68%.
3,209
Population (2024)
3,531
Population (2010)
3,531
Peak (2010)
-0.68%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 3,531 |
| 2011 | 3,506 |
| 2012 | 3,471 |
| 2013 | 3,477 |
| 2014 | 3,412 |
| 2015 | 3,397 |
| 2016 | 3,330 |
| 2017 | 3,297 |
| 2018 | 3,261 |
| 2019 | 3,235 |
| 2020 | 3,291 |
| 2021 | 3,262 |
| 2022 | 3,267 |
| 2023 | 3,241 |
| 2024 | 3,209 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 94.3% |
| Black or African American | 0.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
51.5
Median Age
50.0%
Female
50.0%
Male
28.8%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 15.4% · Seniors (65+): 28.8%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $67,368$-8,581 vs state |
| Mean household income | $85,402 |
| Per-capita income | $39,671 |
| Poverty rate | 4.7%-1.5% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 1.1% |
| Employment-to-population | 55.9% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Emmons County is agriculture, accounting for 22.2% of workers.
How residents commute
0.3%
Drive alone
7.2%
Carpool
71.8%
Public transit
12.4%
Work from home
19.4 min
Avg commute
Housing
$112,400$-128,700 vs state
Median home value
$551
Median rent
81.4%
Homeownership rate
2,049
Total housing units
74.0%
Occupied
26.0%
Vacant
18.6%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
93.5%
With health insurance
86.1%
With broadband internet
19.2%
Foreign-born
6.9%
Veterans (18+)
12.4%
With a disability
92.7%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
88.9%
High School+
20.7%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Emmons County, North Dakota has a population of 3,269 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 33rd-largest county in North Dakota. Population density is 2 people per square mile.
The population of Emmons County has declined 9.1% since 2010 (3,531 → 3,209), a -0.68% annualized rate.
The median household income in Emmons County, North Dakota is $67,368, with mean (average) household income of $85,402 and per-capita income of $39,671. 4.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Emmons County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (94.3%), Hispanic or Latino (2.8%), Black or African American (0.1%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Emmons County, North Dakota is 51.5 years. Residents are 50.0% female and 50.0% male.
The median home value in Emmons County is $112,400 and median monthly rent is $551. 81.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 2,049 total housing units, 26.0% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Emmons County, North Dakota is agriculture, forestry, fishing, and mining, employing 22.2% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.1%.
Fargo is among the largest cities associated with Emmons County, North Dakota, with a population of 129,064.
Emmons County, ND Climate
Emmons County, ND has an average annual temperature of 5.6°C (42°F) and receives about 429 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
5.6°C
Avg Temp
429
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -14° / 6° | 10 mm |
| February | -9° / 16° | 10 mm |
| March | -2° / 28° | 22 mm |
| April | 6° / 43° | 46 mm |
| May | 14° / 56° | 61 mm |
| June | 19° / 66° | 79 mm |
| July | 22° / 72° | 60 mm |
| August | 21° / 70° | 47 mm |
| September | 15° / 59° | 41 mm |
| October | 8° / 46° | 29 mm |
| November | -2° / 29° | 13 mm |
| December | -9° / 15° | 11 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 Emmons County, ND
The most comfortable months to visit Emmons County, ND are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 30°C high). The coldest is January (near -20°C low). June is usually the wettest month.
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