North Dakota

North Dakota is a U.S. state located in the Midwestern and Northern regions of the United States. It is the 19th largest in area, the 4th smallest by population, and the 4th most sparsely populated of the 50 states. North Dakota was admitted to the Union on November 2, 1889, along with its neighboring state, South Dakota.

Geography

North Dakota is bordered by the Canadian provinces of Saskatchewan and Manitoba to the north, the states of Minnesota to the east, South Dakota to the south, and Montana to the west. The state's high point is White Butte at 3,506 feet (1,069 m), and the lowest point is the Red River of the North at 750 feet (229 m).

Economy

The economy of North Dakota is primarily based on agriculture, energy production, and technology. North Dakota is the largest producer in the U.S. of many cereal grains, including barley, durum wheat, and hard red spring wheat. The state is the leading producer of many oilseeds, including canola, sunflower, and flaxseed.

Demographics

As of 2020, the population of North Dakota was estimated to be 779,094. The racial makeup of the state is predominantly white, with a small Native American population. The largest ancestry groups in the state are German, Norwegian, and Irish.

Education

North Dakota has a strong system of public and private schools. The state's largest higher education institutions are the University of North Dakota and North Dakota State University.

Culture

North Dakota's culture is deeply influenced by its agricultural heritage. Popular events include the North Dakota State Fair and the Norsk Høstfest, the largest Scandinavian-American festival in North America.

Also see

► Healthcare providers in North Dakota

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