BISMARCK, N.D. – North Dakota’s State Demographer says the state has likely surpassed the 800,000-people mark in North Dakota for the first time ever.
Nigel Haarstad says this is based on current growth rates – and the announcement came on the same day Governor Kelly Armstrong announced the state’s fourth straight year of record high population – 799,358 people as of July 1, 2025.
“North Dakota continues to see steady growth and attract new residents as one of the best places to live, work and raise a family,” Armstrong said. “From historic property tax relief and reform to phone-free schools and robust economic development, our state made significant progress this past year to improve the quality of life for our citizens, which will always be our top priority.”
Haarstad said the state likely surpassed 800,000 sometime in August 2025.
