Bismarck city, North Dakota
Bismarck city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Bismarck city is a geographic entity located in Burleigh County, North Dakota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 77,963. The land area covers 36.25 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 77,963 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 38.9 yrs | ±0.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 33,130 | ±471 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 35,361 | ±310 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 33,130 | ±471 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,231 | ±451 |
| Median Home Value | $300,300 | ±$9,159 |
| Median Gross Rent | $999 | ±$41 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $78,387 | ±$4,532 |
| Per Capita Income | $45,788 | ±$2,188 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.3% | ±1.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 6,794 | ±806 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.5% | ±0.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 38,597 | ±979 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88% | ±1.7% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 77,772 (2024)
ID: 131872
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: PLANNER
PO BOX 5503, BISMARCK ND 58506-5503
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GUS Population: 103,107 (2024)
ID: 131854
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: AUDITOR/TREASURER
211 N 5TH ST, BISMARCK ND 58501
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Bismarck | PK-05 | Bismarck, ND | |
| Regular School Bismarck | PK | Bismarck, ND | |
| Regular School Bismarck | KG-05 | Bismarck, ND | |
| Regular School Bismarck | 09-12 | Bismarck, ND | |
| Regular School Bismarck | 09-12 | Bismarck, ND | |
| Regular School Bismarck | 06-08 | Bismarck, ND | |
| Regular School Bismarck | KG-05 | Bismarck, ND | |
| Regular School Bismarck | 09-12 | Bismarck, ND | |
| Regular School Bismarck | KG-05 | Bismarck, ND | |
| Regular School Bismarck | KG-05 | Bismarck, ND |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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CHI ST ALEXIUS HEALTH
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Hospital | City address association | 900 E BROADWAY, BISMARCK, ND, 58501 |
(701) 530-7000
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The Hair Academy
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College | 0.8 mi away | 2101 East Broadway Avenue, Bismarck, ND, 58501 |
7012553547
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BISMARCK VETERANS MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.9 mi away | 515 N FIFTH STREET, BISMARCK, ND, 58501 |
(701) 355-1491
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SANFORD MEDICAL CENTER BISMARCK
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Hospital | City address association | 300 N 7TH ST, BISMARCK, ND, 58506 |
(701) 323-6000
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Bismarck State College
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College | 2.3 mi away | 1500 Edwards Ave., Bismarck, ND, 58506-5587 |
7012245400
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BISMARCK VETERANS MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 0.9 mi away | 515 N FIFTH STREET, BISMARCK, ND, 58501 |
(701) 355-1491
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United Tribes Technical College
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College | 3.4 mi away | 3315 University Drive, Bismarck, ND, 58504 |
7012553285
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MORTON MANDAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 609 W. MAIN ST., MANDAN, ND, 58554 |
(701) 667-5365
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University of Mary
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College | 6.4 mi away | 7500 University Dr, Bismarck, ND, 58504 |
7012557500
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MORTON MANDAN PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 609 W. MAIN ST., MANDAN, ND, 58554 |
(701) 667-5365
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at BISMARCK 2.4 NNW, ND US, located 1.8 miles from Bismarck city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22.1° | 3.8° | 12.9° | 0.54" | — |
| February | 27.1° | 6.7° | 16.9° | 0.52" | — |
| March | 39.7° | 17.8° | 28.7° | 0.92" | — |
| April | 53.8° | 29.4° | 41.6° | 1.63" | — |
| May | 66.4° | 42.5° | 54.5° | 2.56" | — |
| June | 75.6° | 52.5° | 64.0° | 3.32" | — |
| July | 81.5° | 58.3° | 69.9° | 3.18" | — |
| August | 80.1° | 55.6° | 67.8° | 2.70" | — |
| September | 71.3° | 46.1° | 58.7° | 1.92" | — |
| October | 55.6° | 33.5° | 44.5° | 1.58" | — |
| November | 39.6° | 19.8° | 29.7° | 0.74" | — |
| December | 26.9° | 9.5° | 18.2° | 0.74" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bismarck city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Lincoln city | City | 4.8 mi | — |
| Mandan city | City | 5.7 mi | — |
| Apple Valley CDP | CDP | 8.0 mi | — |
| Menoken CDP | CDP | 11.3 mi | — |
| Harmon CDP | CDP | 13.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3801507200. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.