North Dakota Compass

North Dakota remains a state deeply rooted in its heritage, with 6 in 10 residents being born in the state. However, recent data show how regional & international movement continues to shape the population. Find out more details - Read the Data Highlight: bit.ly/4hwoVI5

By understanding the population with disabilities, leaders can better align services to meet upcoming and current community needs. What percentage of North Dakota’s population had one or more disabilities in 2024? a) 9.3% b)12.6% c)15.2% d)17.8% Answer: bit.ly/4ut38a0

In March’s article, Karen Olson, @NDSU, highlights the 2025 North Dakota profile of health & well-being. Sponsored by the @BCBSND Caring Foundation, this update explores "social drivers of health"—the everyday conditions that shape our communities. bit.ly/4ryxgOF

The March Newsletter – Data Wellness – is out! Connect & stay informed conta.cc/3P4RSR1 It features an updated ND profile of health & well-being (sponsored by @BCBSND Caring Fdn), ND population birth place insights & updated resources – ND Legislative District Profiles.

In 2024, North Dakota ranked 5th lowest among states in the U.S. for the percentage of owner-occupied housing units. What percentage of homes were owned by the occupants in North Dakota during that time? a) 74.6% b) 67.8% c) 61.2% d) 55.3% Answer: bit.ly/4l9lLM2

This #WomensHistoryMonth, we aren't just celebrating—we’re measuring. To build a stronger North Dakota, we have to understand the specific data & trends shaping the lives of the 387,666 females in our state. Explore & use this demographic profile on women: bit.ly/4b4h01H

Inform, set, and monitor your goals with the newest ND Compass data available! Check the latest newsletter’s "New & Updated Data & Resources" section for the list and links: conta.cc/3MKogYe #NewData #NDdata

North Dakota’s Population Reaches Record High! The 2025 pop. growth in ND was driven by: •Positive Natural Change: Births outnumber deaths. •In-Migration: International arrivals & domestic moves account for over half of the growth. Find out more: bit.ly/4hwoVI5

Data-driven decision-making just got easier for ND Housing! In this article, @NDSU researchers introduce the North Dakota Housing Portal, a game-changer for statewide insights for community leaders, non-profits, developers, & planners. Read the article: bit.ly/4s64x4e

🥇 Going for Gold with North Dakota Data! The February "Olympics Edition" of the ND Compass newsletter is out! conta.cc/3MKogYe We explore: 🔹 New ND Housing Portal 🔹 ND population nearing 800K 🔹 Fresh data on workforce, health & more

Interested in finding out more about the newly redesigned NDCompass? Ina Cernusca & Kendra Erickson-Dockter, Research Specialists at the Center for Social Research @NDSU will be introducing the new NDCompass tomorrow, Feb 18 @ 11:00am. Register here: jrecenter.com/.../intro-to-n…....

As ND Compass continues to update data & resources, remember to look through & use data to ignite new ideas, enrich discussions, & make the most informed decisions! Check the latest newsletter’s New & Updated Data & Resources section for a list and links: conta.cc/3LEjJ9m

In 2024 North Dakota had the 8th highest percent change in the total number of jobs in the nation compared to 2023. What was North Dakota’s percent change in jobs when comparing those periods? a) 4.3% b) 2.2% c) 1.7% d) 0.6% Answer: bit.ly/4rcGAI2

What's happening in your county? While North Dakota overall continues to have a positive natural population change, many counties are experiencing more deaths than births, signaling natural population decline. Find out more details: bit.ly/4hwoVI5 #population #planning

Major upgrade! This month Mihaela “Ina” Cernusca introduces the new Research section, bringing applied research from the @NDSU Center for Social Research onto the platform. With reports & interactive dashboards, ND Compass now offers even stronger tools: bit.ly/4pLdize

New Year, New Data! Explore what’s new & stay informed: conta.cc/3LEjJ9m The January newsletter features a newly expanded Research section, bringing together high-quality data & applied research from the @NDSU Center for Social Research, pop. insights, updated data & more

Did you see what's new on ND Compass in the newsletter? Check the latest Newsletter's "New & Updated Data & Resources" section for the list and links: conta.cc/445kQoH Continue to check the website or the newsletter to see what new data has been released in the New Year!

Cheers to new data adventures in 2026! And Happy New Years from all of us at NDCompass and the @NDSU Center for Social Research!

We at NDCompass hope you have a happy and warm holiday season 2025!