A population of 4,019, and a designation as a top 4 oil and gas producing county in North Dakota, allows Dunn County to combine the tranquility of a rural lifestyle, with impactful economic development incentives. Despite its rural character, the county is exceptionally well-equipped for the future, with county-wide high-speed connectivity, and a commitment to meaningful investments in business growth.
With a quality of life that supports single-income households, safe communities, and some of the best hunting and fishing in the nation, it’s a great place to visit, live, work, and raise a family.
As of 2025 the population of Dunn County, ND is 4,136. The population is expected to shrink to 4,064 by 2030 - a growth rate of -0.35%.
The median age of Dunn County, ND residents is 39.
The diversity index of Dunn County, ND is 44.2, meaning that there is a 44% 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 Dunn County, ND is $143,438 and projected to be $159,034 in 2030. Per capita income is $54,170, projected to be $59,708 in 2030. 6.87% of households – 284 – have an income of $200,000 or higher. Average net worth is $1,735,599 and the average disposable income is $111,236.
There are 2,135 housing units in Dunn County, ND; 1,143 are owner-occupied, 417 are rented, and 575 are vacant. The average home value is $381,476, with 379 homes built in 2010 or later, and 275 built in 1939 or earlier.
There are 267 businesses in Dunn County, ND, employing 2,530 workers and pulling from a labor force of 1,870 age 16 and above. 497 workers commute into Dunn County, ND from outside the county or state. Key industries for the area include:
1,338 residents both live and work in/around Dunn County, ND. The average travel time is 26.2 minutes. 18.01% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 3.89% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 1,326 drive alone, 148 carpool, and 2 take public transportation. 125 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 269 residents work from home.
879 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 523 have associates degrees, 477 have bachelor’s degrees, and 134 hold a graduate or professional degree.
Source: ESRI, 2025-09-03
