Bismarck

ND

Burleigh County, North Dakota

Population 101K |Median income $86,851 |2 hospitals

Population
100,600
Burleigh County
Median Income
$86,851
+28% vs avg
Median Home Value
$324,000
+42% vs avg
Median Age
38.5
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
101K+20%
Median Income
$86,851+41%
Median Home Value
$324,000+88%
Poverty Rate
7.9%-4%
Unemployment
2.3%-12%

Economics

Median Rent
$998/mo
Poverty Rate
7.9% -44% vs avg
Unemployment 2.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 39.1%
Work From Home 8.8%
Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 85.9%
Two or More Ethnicities 7.7%
African American 2%
Asian 1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
35.2%
High Blood Pressure
30.8%
Short Sleep Duration
29.8%
Binge Drinking
20.5%
Physical Inactivity
18.4%
Frequent Mental Distress
13.1%
Current Smoking
11.8%
Frequent Physical Distress
10.7%
Current Asthma
9.8%
Diabetes
9.3%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 70.4%
Annual Checkup 75.2%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
6.3%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.9%
Stroke
2.9%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
1
★★★
0
★★
1
★
0
Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
2
SANFORD MEDICAL CENTER BISMARCK
BISMARCK · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
CHI ST ALEXIUS HEALTH
BISMARCK · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Bismarck Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 27m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Big Bend Florida Counties Including Tallahassee

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 33m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 34m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Bismarck, ND? ▼
Bismarck, ND has a population of 100,600 people, located in Burleigh County, North Dakota.
What is the median household income in Bismarck? ▼
The median household income in Bismarck, ND is $86,851 per year. The poverty rate is 7.9%.
What is the median home value in Bismarck? ▼
The median home value in Bismarck, ND is $324,000. Median rent is $998/month.
What are the top health concerns in Bismarck? ▼
The top health indicators in Bismarck include Obesity (35.2%), High Blood Pressure (30.8%), Short Sleep Duration (29.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Bismarck? ▼
Bismarck has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Bismarck? ▼
The median age in Bismarck, ND is 38.5 years. 39.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Bismarck, ND is located in Burleigh County, North Dakota. With a population of 101K and a median household income of $86,851, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Bismarck area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Burleigh County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.