As the largest community in Dunn County, Kildeer is a hub for commerce, culture, and community life. Well-known events, such as the Killdeer Mountain Roundup Rodeo – the oldest standing PRCA rodeo in the state, occur annually. Stunning outdoor recreation options like the nearby Little Missouri State Park, offer year-round opportunities for adventure while high-quality schools, reliable infrastructure, and a welcoming atmosphere make Killdeer a perfect place for living and raising a family.
As of 2025 the population of Killdeer is 959. The population is expected to shrink to 956 by 2030 - a growth rate of -0.06%.
The median age of Killdeer residents is 40.
The diversity index of Killdeer is 52.6, meaning that there is a 53% chance that any two people selected out of 100 residents will be of different race or ethnicity from one another.
The average household income in Killdeer is $143,770 and projected to be $161,262 in 2030. Per capita income is $55,152, projected to be $61,515 in 2030. 6.88% of households – 66 – have an income of $200,000 or higher. Average net worth is $1,744,128 and the average disposable income is $111,294.
There are 474 housing units in Killdeer; 267 are owner-occupied, 99 are rented, and 108 are vacant. The average home value is $406,180, with 102 homes built in 2010 or later, and 66 built in 1939 or earlier.
There are 86 businesses in Killdeer, employing 1,252 workers and pulling from a labor force of 388 age 16 and above. 71 workers commute into Killdeer from outside the county or state. Key industries for the area include:
295 residents both live and work in/around Killdeer. The average travel time is 0.0 minutes. 41.36% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 1.02% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 248 drive alone, 23 carpool, and 0 take public transportation. 49 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 68 residents work from home.
204 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 121 have associates degrees, 134 have bachelor’s degrees, and 44 hold a graduate or professional degree.
Source: ESRI, 2025-09-03
