Dickey County, North Dakota
According to 2000 Census Bureau, there were 5757 people, 2283 households, and 1500 families residing in the county. The population density was 5.1 people per square mile (1.97/km˛), giving it the 20th most densely populated county among the North Dakota. There were 2656 housing units at an average density of 2.3 per square mile (0.89/km˛). The average household size was 2.36 and the average family size was 2.99. In the county Population was distributed with 23.8% under the age of 18, 10.2% from 18 to 24, 22.5% from 25 to 44, 22.2% from 45 to 64, and 21.3% who were 65 or older. For every 100 females there were 97.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.5 males. The county's estimated population as of July 2008 was 5237, The racial or ethnic makeup of the county was 97.5% White, 0.17% Black or African American, 0.74% American Indian, 0.53% Asian, 0% Native Hawaiian, and 1.05% from two or more races.
The median income for a household in the county was $29231, it is 35th wealthiest county by median household income in North Dakota. The median income for a family in the county was $36682, making its North Dakota's 32nd highest county by median family income. The per capita income for the county was $15846, it is 35th wealthiest county by per capita income in North Dakota.
In 2000, 1531 pupils and students, of which 791 are male and 740 are female, 26.59% of the total population, are in the education system. Of which, total enrollment of student are in, 66 nursery or pri school, 67 kindergarten, 673 elementary school, 307 high school and 418 College graduate school.
| Rank | City | County | Total Area mi2 | Land Area mi2 | Water Area mi2 | Population | Density mi2 | Per capita Income | House hold Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ellendale City | Dickey County | 1.44 | 1.44 | 0 | 1559 | 1083.6 | 12668 | 22850 |
| 2 | Forbes City | Dickey County | 0.24 | 0.24 | 0 | 64 | 262.2 | 16741 | 18958 |
| 3 | Fullerton City | Dickey County | 0.36 | 0.36 | 0 | 85 | 238.1 | 13222 | 33958 |
| 4 | Ludden City | Dickey County | 0.77 | 0.77 | 0 | 29 | 37.7 | 20770 | 26250 |
| 5 | Monango City | Dickey County | 0.37 | 0.37 | 0 | 28 | 76.7 | 15652 | 11250 |
| 6 | Oakes City | Dickey County | 1.65 | 1.65 | 0 | 1979 | 1203 | 17138 | 30263 |
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| April 2000 census | 5757 |
| April 2000 Estimate | 5757 |
| July 2000 Estimate | 5751 |
| July 2001 Estimate | 5666 |
| July 2002 Estimate | 5585 |
| July 2003 Estimate | 5481 |
| July 2004 Estimate | 5550 |
| July 2005 Estimate | 5456 |
| July 2006 Estimate | 5377 |
| July 2007 Estimate | 5359 |
| July 2008 Estimate | 5237 |
| School | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursery school | 43 | 23 | 66 |
| Kindergarten | 35 | 32 | 67 |
| Elementary school | 348 | 325 | 673 |
| High school | 171 | 136 | 307 |
| College or graduate school | 194 | 224 | 418 |
| Place | Median household income | Median family income | Per capita income |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dickey County, North Dakota | $29231 | $36682 | $15846 |
| North Dakota, United States | $34604 | $43654 | $17769 |
| United States | $41994 | $50046 | $21587 |