Community Profile

Ramsey County, ND

Population Demographics

As of 2026 the population of Ramsey County, ND is 11,579. The population is expected to shrink to 11,556 by 2031 - a growth rate of -0.04%.

The median age of Ramsey County, ND residents is 41.

The diversity index of Ramsey County, ND is 39.9, meaning that there is a 40% chance that any two people selected out of 100 residents will be of different race or ethnicity from one another.

Housing and Income

The average household income in Ramsey County, ND is $91,441 and projected to be $103,194 in 2031. Per capita income is $40,158, projected to be $45,747 in 2031. 3.34% of households – 387 – have an income of $200,000 or higher. Average net worth is $900,791 and the average disposable income is $71,491.

There are 5,982 housing units in Ramsey County, ND; 3,090 are owner-occupied, 1,938 are rented, and 954 are vacant. The average home value is $276,368, with 584 homes built in 2010 or later, and 698 built in 1939 or earlier.

Business and Workforce

There are 745 businesses in Ramsey County, ND, employing 7,416 workers and pulling from a labor force of 6,122 age 16 and above. 625 workers commute into Ramsey County, ND from outside the county or state. Key industries for the area include:

5,488 residents both live and work in/around Ramsey County, ND. The average travel time is 13.9 minutes. 6.74% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 1.06% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 4,868 drive alone, 636 carpool, and 0 take public transportation. 297 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 299 residents work from home.

2,224 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 1,168 have associates degrees, 1,592 have bachelor’s degrees, and 514 hold a graduate or professional degree.

Source: ESRI, 2026-08-31