Chain Lakes township, North Dakota
Chain Lakes township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Chain Lakes township is a geographic entity located in Ramsey County, North Dakota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 14. The land area covers 25.65 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 14 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 35.1 yrs | ±57.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 14 | ±15 | 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 | 14 | ±15 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 14 | ±15 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 0 | ±10 |
| Median Home Value | Suppressed | — |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | Suppressed | — |
| Per Capita Income | $47,691 | ±$15,342 |
| Poverty Rate | 0% | ±15.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 0 | ±10 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±30.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 33 | ±36 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 100% | ±0% |
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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TOWNSHIP OF CHAIN LAKES
GUS Population: 14 (2024)
ID: 110403
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CLERK/TREASURER
6326 HIGHWAY 281, CHURCHS FERRY ND 58325-9655
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GUS Population: 11,510 (2024)
ID: 171335
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: RAMSEY COUNTY AUDITOR
524 4TH AVE NE, UNIT 6, DEVILS LAKE ND 58301-2487
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Devils Lake, ND | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Devils Lake, ND | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Leeds, ND | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Leeds, ND | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-KG | Devils Lake, ND | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Cando, ND | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Cando, ND | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-04 | Devils Lake, ND | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Devils Lake, ND | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Starkweather, ND |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 5 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Lake Region State College
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College | 17.8 mi away | 1801 College Dr N, Devils Lake, ND, 58301-1598 |
7016621600
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CANDO COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 12.5 mi away | 502 MAIN STREET, CANDO, ND, 58324 |
(701) 968-4549
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Cankdeska Cikana Community College
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College | 24.2 mi away | 214 1st Ave, Fort Totten, ND, 58335 |
7017664415
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LEEDS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.3 mi away | 221 MAIN STREET WEST, LEEDS, ND, 58346 |
(701) 466-2928
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LAKE REGION PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.8 mi away | 423 7TH STREET NE, DEVILS LAKE, ND, 58301 |
(701) 662-2220
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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 LEEDS, ND US, located 13.8 miles from Chain Lakes township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16.2° | -3.1° | 6.5° | 0.54" | — |
| February | 20.5° | 0.3° | 10.4° | 0.65" | — |
| March | 33.3° | 12.4° | 22.9° | 0.92" | — |
| April | 51.2° | 26.9° | 39.1° | 1.70" | — |
| May | 65.6° | 40.0° | 52.8° | 2.90" | — |
| June | 75.0° | 51.8° | 63.4° | 3.16" | — |
| July | 79.8° | 55.4° | 67.6° | 3.35" | — |
| August | 79.5° | 51.8° | 65.6° | 2.66" | — |
| September | 69.9° | 43.1° | 56.5° | 1.97" | — |
| October | 53.1° | 30.3° | 41.7° | 1.52" | — |
| November | 34.9° | 16.2° | 25.5° | 1.05" | — |
| December | 21.9° | 3.3° | 12.6° | 0.60" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Churchs Ferry CDP | CDP | 4.2 mi | — |
| Cando city | City | 12.3 mi | — |
| Brinsmade city | City | 12.5 mi | — |
| Leeds city | City | 13.7 mi | — |
| Starkweather city | City | 15.1 mi | — |
| Minnewaukan city | City | 17.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3807113380. • 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.