Turtle Lake city, North Dakota
Turtle Lake city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Turtle Lake city is a geographic entity located in McLean County, North Dakota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 524. The land area covers 0.51 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 524 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 50.3 yrs | ±11.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 236 | ±53 | 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 | 342 | ±62 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 236 | ±53 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 106 | ±44 |
| Median Home Value | $120,100 | ±$24,344 |
| Median Gross Rent | $779 | ±$276 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $67,639 | ±$15,863 |
| Per Capita Income | $38,217 | ±$8,278 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.1% | ±9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 58 | ±46 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±4.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 238 | ±71 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 80.1% | ±11.2% |
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: 532 (2024)
ID: 184082
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: CITY AUDITOR
PO BOX 338, TURTLE LAKE ND 58575-0338
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GUS Population: 9,845 (2024)
ID: 171331
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: AUDITOR
PO BOX 1108, WASHBURN ND 58577-1108
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Education
Listing 4 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Turtle Lake | PK-06 | Turtle Lake, ND | |
| Regular School Turtle Lake | 07-12 | Turtle Lake, ND | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Underwood, ND | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Underwood, ND |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 6 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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CHI ST ALEXIUS HEALTH TURTLE LAKE
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Hospital | City address association | 220 5TH AVE W, TURTLE LAKE, ND, 58575 |
(701) 448-2331
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TURTLE LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.0 mi away | 107 EGGERT STREET, TURTLE LAKE, ND, 58575 |
(701) 448-9170
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UNDERWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.1 mi away | 88 LINCOLN AVE, UNDERWOOD, ND, 58576 |
(701) 442-3441
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WASHBURN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 705 MAIN AVE, WASHBURN, ND, 58577 |
(701) 462-8180
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MCLEAN-MERCER REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 22.6 mi away | 216 SECOND ST., RIVERDALE, ND, 58565 |
(701) 654-7652
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MCLEAN/MERCER REGIONAL LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 22.6 mi away | 216 SECOND ST., RIVERDALE, ND, 58565 |
(701) 870-7652
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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 TURTLE LAKE, ND US, located 0.1 miles from Turtle Lake city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20.1° | 1.0° | 10.6° | 0.55" | 10.5" |
| February | 24.5° | 4.3° | 14.4° | 0.42" | 6.5" |
| March | 37.4° | 15.8° | 26.6° | 0.84" | 5.7" |
| April | 53.8° | 27.6° | 40.7° | 1.32" | 2.3" |
| May | 67.0° | 40.2° | 53.6° | 2.56" | 0.6" |
| June | 76.2° | 51.2° | 63.7° | 3.47" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.7° | 56.4° | 69.6° | 2.58" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.2° | 53.8° | 68.0° | 2.19" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.9° | 44.2° | 58.0° | 1.76" | 0.0" |
| October | 55.4° | 31.6° | 43.5° | 1.29" | 1.7" |
| November | 38.1° | 18.5° | 28.3° | 0.61" | 8.9" |
| December | 24.7° | 7.2° | 16.0° | 0.63" | 7.9" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turtle Lake city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Mercer city | City | 8.7 mi | — |
| Underwood city | City | 12.5 mi | — |
| Coleharbor city | City | 15.5 mi | — |
| Washburn city | City | 17.0 mi | — |
| McClusky city | City | 21.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3805579940. • 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.