As of 2026 the population of Stutsman County is 21,525. The population is expected to shrink to 21,499 by 2031 - a growth rate of -0.02%.
The median age of Stutsman County residents is 42.
The diversity index of Stutsman County is 24.5, meaning that there is a 25% 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 Stutsman County is $95,887 and projected to be $104,815 in 2031. Per capita income is $41,195, projected to be $45,299 in 2031. 2.96% of households – 638 – have an income of $200,000 or higher. Average net worth is $952,410 and the average disposable income is $75,135.
There are 10,566 housing units in Stutsman County; 5,787 are owner-occupied, 3,364 are rented, and 1,415 are vacant. The average home value is $258,787, with 941 homes built in 2010 or later, and 1,229 built in 1939 or earlier.
There are 1,130 businesses in Stutsman County, employing 12,739 workers and pulling from a labor force of 10,292 age 16 and above. 751 workers commute into Stutsman County from outside the county or state. Key industries for the area include:
9,482 residents both live and work in/around Stutsman County. The average travel time is 14.1 minutes. 7.86% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 0.81% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 8,177 drive alone, 932 carpool, and 4 take public transportation. 485 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 690 residents work from home.
5,274 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 1,822 have associates degrees, 2,932 have bachelor’s degrees, and 1,131 hold a graduate or professional degree.
Source: ESRI, 2026-08-31
Jamestown/Stutsman County, ND is a treasure trove of memories-in-the-making for your family.
The Jamestown Reservoir and Pipestem Dam provide every opportunity for water sports.
One of the state’s most seen tourist attractions can be found at the Frontier Village.