County · North Dakota
Hettinger County, North Dakota
Hettinger County, North Dakota. Hettinger County had 2,492 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 0.2% since 2020, while North Dakota grew 2.6%. It holds 33 places (3 cities, villages and boroughs and 30 towns and townships) and 2 census tracts. GEOID 38041.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
2,492
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 2,489 · ACS 2020-2024: 2,432
Median household income
$73,026
±$8,453 (90% margin)
North Dakota: $76,657
Median home value
$117,300
±$19,013 (90% margin)
North Dakota: $249,900
Median gross rent
$785
±$70 (90% margin)
North Dakota: $954
How many people live in Hettinger County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 2,489 residents in Hettinger County. The Census Bureau estimates 2,492 for July 1, 2025, down 0.2% since 2020, while North Dakota grew 2.6%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 2,432 over 1,132 square miles of land.
| Measure | Hettinger County | North Dakota | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 2,432 | 784,841 | −115 |
| Households | 1,130±68 | 331,063 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.04±0.12 | 2.28 | −0.17 |
| Housing units | 1,444±75 | 377,281 | no clear change |
Hettinger County's population since 2000
From 2,715 in 2000 to 2,492 in 2025: down 8.2%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Hettinger County?
Hettinger County holds 33 places: 3 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 30 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government). The largest is New England with 717 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| New England | 683 | $74,722 |
|---|---|---|
| Mott | 653 | $44,762 |
| RegentGEOID 3866020 | 170 | $56,364 |
| New England TownshipGEOID 3804156220 | 97 | not published |
| Mott TownshipGEOID 3804154660 | 74 | $70,250 |
| Castle Rock TownshipGEOID 3804112780 | 71 | $146,250 |
| Kunze TownshipGEOID 3804143620 | 48 | not published |
| Tepee Butte TownshipGEOID 3804178460 | 46 | $74,167 |
| Madison TownshipGEOID 3804149660 | 42 | not published |
| Campbell Township, Hettinger CountyGEOID 3804111820 | 42 | $78,125 |
| Cannon Ball TownshipGEOID 3804111980 | 41 | not published |
| Strehlow TownshipGEOID 3804176740 | 39 | not published |
| Kennedy TownshipGEOID 3804142100 | 37 | not published |
| Clark TownshipGEOID 3804114220 | 35 | not published |
| Black Butte TownshipGEOID 3804107380 | 33 | not published |
| Chilton TownshipGEOID 3804113980 | 33 | not published |
| Rifle TownshipGEOID 3804166740 | 32 | $101,087 |
| Solon TownshipGEOID 3804173860 | 27 | not published |
| Steiner TownshipGEOID 3804175860 | 27 | not published |
| Farina TownshipGEOID 3804125780 | 24 | not published |
| Walker TownshipGEOID 3804183060 | 23 | not published |
| Havelock TownshipGEOID 3804136220 | 23 | not published |
| Wagendorf TownshipGEOID 3804182620 | 22 | not published |
| St. Croix TownshipGEOID 3804169820 | 21 | not published |
| Baer TownshipGEOID 3804104220 | 19 | $125,469 |
| Beery TownshipGEOID 3804105680 | 18 | not published |
| Odessa Township, Hettinger CountyGEOID 3804159100 | 16 | not published |
| Acme TownshipGEOID 3804100220 | 15 | not published |
| Kern TownshipGEOID 3804142420 | 11 | not published |
| Brittian TownshipGEOID 3804109580 | 11 | not published |
| Highland Township, Hettinger CountyGEOID 3804137940 | 11 | not published |
| Merrill TownshipGEOID 3804152540 | 10 | not published |
| Ashby TownshipGEOID 3804103460 | 8 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Hettinger County?
The median resident of Hettinger County is 42.9 years old; 18.5% are under 18 and 26.9% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 94.2%, then non-Hispanic American Indian and Alaska Native residents at 2.5%.
| Measure | Hettinger County | North Dakota | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 42.9±6.9 | 35.9 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 18.5%±2.4 pts | 23.5% | – |
| 65 years and over | 26.9%±2.6 pts | 16.5% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.0%±1.0 pts | 4.7% | – |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 94.2%±1.8 pts | 81.7% | +3.2 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.4 pts | 3.3% | – |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.4 pts | 1.6% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 2.5%±1.0 pts | 4.2% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±1.0 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 2.3%±1.5 pts | 4.0% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.6%±0.6 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 0.9%±0.7 pts | 4.7% | – |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 4.0%±2.2 pts | 6.7% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 10.0%±2.4 pts | 7.1% | – |
| With a disability | 17.8%±3.4 pts | 12.0% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 5.0%±2.4 pts | 6.5% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 93.4%±2.9 pts | 94.0% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 22.0%±4.0 pts | 32.7% | +9.0 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 4.5%±2.7 pts | 9.7% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 0.8%±0.7 pts | 4.2% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Hettinger County earn?
Half of Hettinger County's 1,130 households earn less than $73,026 a year (±$8,453), against $76,657 in North Dakota. In 2015-2019 it was $74,043 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Hettinger County | North Dakota | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $73,026±$8,453 | $76,657 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $94,487±$12,214 | $101,793 | – |
| Per capita income | $47,360±$6,125 | $43,389 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 11.0%±3.5 pts | 10.8% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 13.1%±9.0 pts | 11.1% | – |
| Households receiving SNAP | 4.2%±2.6 pts | 6.6% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 85.8%±4.1 pts | 88.7% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Hettinger County?
Owners occupy 76.8% of Hettinger County's occupied homes and renters 23.2%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $117,300 by its owner (±$19,013). The median renter pays $785 a month including utilities, and 30.5% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Hettinger County | North Dakota | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $117,300±$19,013 | $249,900 | no clear change |
| Median gross rent | $785±$70 | $954 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 30.5%±10.8 pts | 31.1% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,225±$107 | $1,762 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 76.8%±4.2 pts | 62.9% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 1,444±75 | 377,281 | no clear change |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.0%±1.4 pts | 1.2% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 14.4%±9.1 pts | 8.3% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 82.5%±4.4 pts | 56.7% | – |
| Mobile homes | 7.8%±2.6 pts | 6.6% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.7%±1.5 pts | 1.8% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 20.9%±3.8 pts | 11.5% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Hettinger County building?
Builders took permits for 0 new housing units across Hettinger County in 2025 (0 single-family), 0.0 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Hettinger County get to work?
73.3% of Hettinger County's workers drive alone and 9.9% work from home. The average trip to work takes 16.1 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 5.4%.
| Measure | Hettinger County | North Dakota | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 60.5%±3.7 pts | 68.6% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 5.4%±2.9 pts | 2.8% | – |
| Drove alone to work | 73.3%±6.7 pts | 77.9% | – |
| Carpooled | 6.4%±4.6 pts | 8.8% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.0%±2.2 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Walked | 8.2%±3.0 pts | 3.2% | – |
| Worked from home | 9.9%±4.2 pts | 8.1% | no clear change |
| Mean travel time to work | 16.1 min±2.0 | 17.9 min | −3.5 min |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Hettinger County's census tracts?
Hettinger County is divided into 2 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $65,000 (Tract 9647) to $74,621 (Tract 9648).
| Tract 964738041964700 | 1,120±91 | $65,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 964838041964800 | 1,312±91 | $74,621 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Hettinger County compare with North Dakota's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 37th of 53 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 19th of 53 |
| Residents per square mile | 41st of 53 |
| Median household income | 26th of 53 |
| Median home value | 42nd of 53 |
| Median gross rent | 21st of 53 |
| Poverty rate | 22nd of 53 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 41st of 53 |
| Median age | 31st of 53 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
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