Rolette County, North Dakota Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 11th-largest in North Dakota
The population of Rolette County, North Dakota is 12,065 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 11th-largest county in North Dakota. The median household income is $57,355, the median home value is $93,000, and the median age is 32.1.
The population of Rolette County has declined 16.5% since 2010 (14,009 → 11,692), a -1.28% annualized rate.
12,065
Population
-1.28%
Annual growth
13
People / sq mi
$57,355
Median Income
$93,000
Median Home Value
Rolette County covers 903 sq mi of land at 13.4 people per square mile.
About Rolette County, ND
Rolette County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 9.6% of the population. With 12,065 residents, Rolette County is a county in North Dakota. It ranks #11 among counties in North Dakota by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $57,355 — below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 19.0%, is among the steepest of comparable US counties and above the national 12.4%. Home prices sit near the bottom of the range at $93,000, with typical rent around $479.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US counties: 16.6% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 4.0%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 17 minutes each way.
Rolette County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Rolette County had a population of 14,009 in 2010 and 11,692 in 2024, a -16.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 14,738 in 2014. Average annual growth rate: -1.20%.
11,692
Population (2024)
14,009
Population (2010)
14,738
Peak (2014)
-1.20%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 14,009 |
| 2011 | 14,195 |
| 2012 | 14,406 |
| 2013 | 14,683 |
| 2014 | 14,738 |
| 2015 | 14,707 |
| 2016 | 14,732 |
| 2017 | 14,622 |
| 2018 | 14,396 |
| 2019 | 14,271 |
| 2020 | 12,200 |
| 2021 | 12,074 |
| 2022 | 11,889 |
| 2023 | 11,766 |
| 2024 | 11,692 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 18.5% |
| Black or African American | 0.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 80.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
32.1
Median Age
50.5%
Female
49.5%
Male
13.0%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 26.9% · Seniors (65+): 13.0%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $57,355$-18,594 vs state |
| Mean household income | $74,414 |
| Per-capita income | $25,606 |
| Poverty rate | 19.0%+12.8% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 3.0% |
| Employment-to-population | 50.0% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Rolette County is professional & business services, accounting for 39.5% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
2.7%
Carpool
75.5%
Public transit
4.0%
Work from home
16.9 min
Avg commute
Housing
$93,000$-148,100 vs state
Median home value
$479
Median rent
65.2%
Homeownership rate
4,601
Total housing units
80.1%
Occupied
19.9%
Vacant
34.8%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
75.8%
With health insurance
87.3%
With broadband internet
9.6%
Foreign-born
5.8%
Veterans (18+)
18.0%
With a disability
93.0%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
83.9%
High School+
16.6%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Rolette County, North Dakota has a population of 12,065 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 11th-largest county in North Dakota. Population density is 13 people per square mile.
The population of Rolette County has declined 16.5% since 2010 (14,009 → 11,692), a -1.28% annualized rate.
The median household income in Rolette County, North Dakota is $57,355, with mean (average) household income of $74,414 and per-capita income of $25,606. 19.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Rolette County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are Hispanic or Latino (80.3%), White (18.5%), Black or African American (0.2%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Rolette County, North Dakota is 32.1 years. Residents are 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
The median home value in Rolette County is $93,000 and median monthly rent is $479. 65.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 4,601 total housing units, 19.9% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Rolette County, North Dakota is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 39.5% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.0%.
Fargo is among the largest cities associated with Rolette County, North Dakota, with a population of 129,064.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.