North Dakota

North Dakota is a Midwestern state of the United States, named after the Dakota segment of the Sioux Native American Indians. Its U.S. postal abbreviation is ND. The entire state is covered by area code 701.

Important cities and towns

See also: List of cities in North Dakota

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By population, the ten largest urban centres in the state are:

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:1. Fargo/West Fargo

Related Topics:
Fargo - West Fargo

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:2. Bismarck/Mandan

Related Topics:
Bismarck - Mandan

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:3. Grand Forks

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:4. Minot

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:5. Dickinson

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:6. Jamestown

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:7. Williston

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:8. Wahpeton

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:9. Devils Lake

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:10. Valley City

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The population trends in the state are noting a distinct shift from the rural areas to the larger cities. Most of North Dakota's largest communities grew between 1990 and 2000.

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Between 1990 and 2000, the USA as a whole grew by 13.1%, yet North Dakota grew a mere 0.5%. It is the only state (along with Washington DC) whose population declined (by 1.3%) between April 1, 2000 and July 1, 2003; this decline has become a major political issue.

Related Topics:
April 1 - 2000 - July 1 - 2003

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