County profile · North Dakota
Barnes County, ND market data
How Barnes County compares with other counties for 56 business types: competitors, household spending, official counts and growth.
- Population, 2025
- 10,573
- −2.7% since 2020
- Households
- 4,908
- Median household income
- $68,038
- +16.6% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $173,700
- Jobs located here
- 4,766
- Highest market score
- 68
- Doctors, dentists and clinics, #410 of 2,394 scored counties
A site report maps the competitors on map listings around any address in Barnes County by name and distance, and the households and spending within reach. Or open the report at the center of Barnes County. Signed out, you see a blurred preview; on an account, each report is one action.
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What this means
Barnes County has an estimated 10,573 people and 4,908 households. Population estimates put the population change in Barnes County from 2020 to 2025 at −2.7%, against +3.1% for the U.S. Median household income in Barnes County is $68,038, 16% below the U.S. median of $80,734. Against the 2015–2019 survey, the median rose 16.6%, before inflation.
Relative to the U.S., household spending in Barnes County runs highest on vehicle maintenance and repairs (an index of 129, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on child care and other personal services (62).
Of the business types scored in Barnes County, medical and dental practices (68); salons, barbers and spas (57); and sit-down restaurants (57) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For medical and dental practices, that ranks #410 of 2,394 scored counties.
Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for auto repair shops (71% above the U.S. rate) and lowest for medical and dental practices (47% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Barnes County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Barnes County with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 68 | #410 of 2,394 | 22 | 44.8 | $296K | 194 | 3 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 57 | #773 of 2,385 | 14 | 28.5 | $324K | 152 | 3 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 57 | #865 of 2,405 | 23 | 46.9 | $774K | 117 | 5 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 57 | #890 of 2,402 | 7 | 14.3 | $4.1M | 120 | 3 |
| Hair salons | 55 | #902 of 2,339 | 8 | 16.3 | $567K | 132 | Under 3 |
| Real estate | 53 | #896 of 2,229 | 6 | 12.2 | Index only | 250 | 4 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 49 | #1,077 of 2,087 | 5 | 10.2 | $1.8M | 142 | Under 3 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 48 | #1,186 of 2,210 | 7 | 14.3 | $1.3M | 146 | Under 3 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | 47 | #1,276 of 2,222 | 7 | 14.3 | $2.5M | 83 | 7 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 46 | #1,253 of 2,176 | 5 | 10.2 | Index only | 239 | 4 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 45 | #1,420 of 2,405 | 53 | 108.0 | $336K | 91 | 14 |
| Gas stations | 40 | #1,581 of 2,358 | 8 | 16.3 | $2M | 82 | 9 |
| Auto repair and car care | 38 | #1,736 of 2,401 | 26 | 53.0 | $232K | 87 | 9 |
| Auto repair shops | 35 | #1,849 of 2,378 | 18 | 36.7 | $336K | 76 | 6 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | 30 | #1,613 of 1,889 | 5 | 10.2 | $3.6M | 86 | Under 3 |
| Pet businesses | 27 | #1,958 of 2,200 | 7 | 14.3 | $547K | 62 | Under 3 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | 25 | #1,901 of 2,088 | 8 | 16.3 | $475K | 72 | Under 3 |
| Gyms | 23 | #1,624 of 1,792 | 5 | 10.2 | $760K | 58 | Under 3 |
| Chiropractors | 21 | #1,417 of 1,490 | 5 | 10.2 | $1.3M | 54 | 3 |
| Insurance agencies | 20 | #2,068 of 2,272 | 8 | 16.3 | $1.2M | 94 | 16 |
| Home repair trades | 10 | #2,052 of 2,057 | 10 | 20.4 | $1.2M | 51 | 14 |
| Electricians | 4 | #1,160 of 1,160 | 5 | 10.2 | $2.5M | 20 | 10 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 8.1 | $4.4M | 120 | Under 3 |
| HVAC and plumbing | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 8.1 | $3.1M | 65 | 4 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 8.1 | $1.4M | 84 | 7 |
| Pizza | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 8.1 | $4.4M | 88 | 7 |
| Spas and skin care | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 8.1 | $1.1M | 130 | Under 3 |
| Tire shops | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 8.1 | $1.5M | 60 | Under 3 |
| Child care and preschools | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 6.1 | $593K | 59 | 4 |
| Collision repair and body shops | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 6.1 | $2M | 65 | Under 3 |
| Convenience stores | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 6.1 | $9.5M | 120 | Under 3 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 6.1 | $2.2M | 221 | Under 3 |
| Grocery stores | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 6.1 | $9.5M | 102 | Under 3 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 6.1 | $1.3M | 63 | Under 3 |
| House cleaning | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.1 | $2.8M | Too few | 3 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.1 | $2.8M | Too few | 4 |
| Optometrists and eye care | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.1 | $3.3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.1 | $1.9M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Physical therapy | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.1 | $3.3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.1 | $3.3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Veterinarians | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.1 | $1.9M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Barbershops | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.0 | $4.5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Car washes and detailing | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.0 | $6M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Funeral homes | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.0 | $849K | Too few | Under 3 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.0 | $9M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Nail salons | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.0 | $4.5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Property management | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.0 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| Roofing and gutters | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.0 | $12.3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Pet stores | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
Household spending in Barnes County
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $6M | $1,231 | 129 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $15.6M | $3,180 | 123 |
| Food away from home | $17.8M | $3,625 | 89 |
| Groceries | $28.4M | $5,791 | 92 |
| Personal care products and services | $4.5M | $925 | 92 |
| Child care and other personal services | $1.8M | $362 | 62 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $3.8M | $774 | 79 |
| Medical and dental services | $6.5M | $1,326 | 103 |
| Pets | $3.8M | $780 | 86 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $9M | $1,835 | 89 |
| Vehicle insurance | $9.4M | $1,919 | 98 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $12.3M | $2,504 | 83 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $5.6M | $1,146 | 81 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $65.1M | $13,263 | 80 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Barnes County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 10,573−2.7% since 2020
- Households
- 4,908
- Median age
- 43.1
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 71%
- Vehicles per household
- 2.2
- Land area
- 1,492 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 7
- Median household income
- $68,038+16.6% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $92,055
- Median home value
- $173,700
- Jobs located here
- 4,766
- Daytime population
- 10,084Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
Looking at a specific site in Barnes County?
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Questions
How fast is Barnes County, ND growing?
Population estimates put Barnes County at 10,573 people in 2025, down 2.7% since 2020, against +3.1% for the U.S. It has 4,908 households. Median household income rose 16.6% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
How much do households in Barnes County, ND spend?
Households in Barnes County spend about $65.1M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $28.4M on groceries and $17.8M on food away from home. Set against the U.S., households in Barnes County spend the most on vehicle maintenance and repairs (an index of 129, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on child care and other personal services (62).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Barnes County, ND?
The highest Groundwork market scores in Barnes County are for medical and dental practices (68); salons, barbers and spas (57); and sit-down restaurants (57). Barnes County ranks #410 of 2,394 scored counties for medical and dental practices.
How does Barnes County, ND compare with the U.S.?
The median household income in Barnes County is $68,038 a year, 16% below the U.S. median of $80,734. The population fell 2.7% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $173,700, against $332,700 for the U.S. For its number of households, Barnes County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for auto repair shops (71% above the U.S. rate) and the fewest for medical and dental practices (47% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. 22 of the 56 business types have a score in Barnes County, each ranked against other counties.
How can I see the market around a specific site?
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