North Dakota is buzzing with life as its population hits an all-time high of 796,568, according to the latest figures from the U.S. Census Bureau. This surge, the largest since 2020, underscores the state’s magnetism—drawing folks with prospects of jobs, low taxes, and a top-notch quality of life. With Cass and Burleigh counties leading the charge, and oil-rich regions like Williams County also gaining traction, Governor Kelly Armstrong eagerly anticipates working on reforms to sustain and boost this positive momentum further.
The full news release from Governor Armstrong’s office follows below.
BISMARCK, N.D. – Gov. Kelly Armstrong today announced that North Dakota’s population grew to a record high of 796,568 people as of July 1, 2024, marking the largest increase since 2020, according to
