North Dakota reaches record population estimate of 783,926

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) – Gov. Doug Burgum says the Census Bureau estimates North Dakota’s population reached a record high of 783,926 people in July.

Burgum says the estimate represents an increase of 4,665 residents from last year and is 4,847 residents more than the 2020 census.

North Dakota was one of 42 states that saw their population estimates increase this year.

“North Dakota continues working to attract and retain residents by building healthy, vibrant communities, cutting taxes and supporting economic development, and we’re encouraged that a record number of residents are enjoying our state’s outstanding quality of life for the second straight year,” Burgum said.

North Dakota remains the 47th most populous state.

Only six states including Idaho, Utah, Texas, Florida, Nevada and Colorado are estimated to have grown by a higher percentage since 2010.