Grand Forks County's 2026 population is estimated at 74,917, reflecting a 0.77% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Grand Forks County is the 3rd largest county in North Dakota. The 2010 population was 66,994 and has grown 11.83% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 30.9 years
Female: 32.2 years
Male: 30.1 years
There are 57,480 adults, (10,391 of whom are seniors) in Grand Forks County.
Female: 35,336 (48.5%)
Male: 37,587 (51.5%)
The racial composition of Grand Forks County includes 83.06% White, 3.87% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, other race, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 60,573 | 83.06% |
| Two or more races | 5,200 | 7.13% |
| Black or African American | 2,820 | 3.87% |
| Asian | 2,020 | 2.77% |
| Native American | 1,347 | 1.85% |
| Other race | 935 | 1.28% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 28 | 0.04% |
Grand Forks County 's average per capita income is $51,522. Household income levels show a median of $68,075. The poverty rate stands at 13.2%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $116,898 | - |
| Families | $100,291 | $125,622 |
| Households | $68,075 | $92,591 |
| Non Families | $46,709 | $58,263 |
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