Population103,251 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate)
Capital City Life Beside Rolling River Country
Burleigh County, North DakotaBismarck serves as both the state capital and Burleigh County’s seat, with the Missouri River marking part of the county’s western edge. Beyond the city, rolling terrain and agricultural areas extend toward communities such as Wing and Regan. The county’s territorial organization dates to 1873. The U.S. Census Bureau estimated 103,251 residents in Burleigh County, North Dakota, on July 1, 2025.
Burleigh County at a Glance
Population103,251 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate)
County SeatBismarck
Largest CityBismarck (2025)
Established1873 (organized; NACo County Explorer)
ZIP CodesLook up by address
Total Area, Including Water1,668.482 square miles, including water (2020 Census geography)
Road MapsView county maps
Area Codes701
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Burleigh County
Burleigh County was created by the Dakota Territory legislature in January 1873, with governmental organization beginning that July. Its boundaries changed several times during the following decade. The county’s name honors territorial political figure Walter A. Burleigh. Bismarck serves as both county seat and North Dakota’s capital, giving the city two civic roles. The Missouri River and surrounding agricultural terrain place that administrative center within a landscape extending far beyond the urban core.
Bismarck is the county’s largest community, but Lincoln, Wing, and Regan add other local reference points. The Missouri River follows part of the western boundary, while rolling ground and agricultural areas extend farther east. A county visit can therefore take in the capital city without overlooking its rural surroundings. Community names and river geography provide a clearer local map than the metropolitan label alone, especially for places beyond Bismarck’s streets.
What Shapes Us
Local Character
Bismarck serves as both the state capital and Burleigh County’s seat, with the Missouri River marking part of the county’s western edge.
Community History
Burleigh County was created by the Dakota Territory legislature in January 1873, with governmental organization beginning that July. Its boundaries changed several times during the following decade.
Around the County
Bismarck is the county’s largest community, but Lincoln, Wing, and Regan add other local reference points. The Missouri River follows part of the western boundary, while rolling ground and agricultural areas extend farther east.
Capital city connections reach into rolling river country.
A Closer Look
Burleigh County
Places and perspectives from Burleigh County
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Government
Schools
School District Reorganization
Public school contacts
Selected local schools from the NCES 2024-2025 directory. Contact the school or district to confirm enrollment, attendance boundaries and current services; this is not a complete school list.
Apple Creek Elementary School – Elementary; grades PK-05. 2000 93rd St SE, Bismarck, ND 58504. 701-223-7349.
Centennial Elementary School – Elementary; grades KG-05. 2800 Ithica Dr, Bismarck, ND 58503. 701-323-4290.
Manning Elementary School – Elementary; grades KG-08. 10500 Hwy 1804 S, Bismarck, ND 58504. 701-223-0082.
Menoken Elementary School – Elementary; grades KG-08. 412 N Bismarck St, Menoken, ND 58558. 701-673-3175.
Naughton Elementary School – Elementary; grades PK-08. 9101 123rd Ave NE, Bismarck, ND 58503. 701-673-3119.
Sterling Elementary School – Elementary; grades PK-08. 118 McKenzie St, Sterling, ND 58572. 701-387-4413.
Hospitals
Local hospital contacts
Facility contacts from the CMS Hospital General Information directory, updated July 22, 2026. Contact the facility directly to confirm current services and appointment arrangements.
Chi St Alexius Health – Acute Care Hospitals. 900 E Broadway, Bismarck, ND 58501. 701-530-7000.
Sanford Medical Center Bismarck – Acute Care Hospitals. 300 N 7Th St, Bismarck, ND 58506. 701-323-6000.
Public Safety
Emergency Services
State parks and recreation
Explore the state park directory to plan trips in this part of North Dakota and beyond. Check the destination page for facilities and current notices.
Trail maps and outdoor recreation
Use North Dakota Parks and Recreation’s destination information to find trail maps and outdoor activities. Destinations may be outside Burleigh County.
Electric and gas utilities
Find utility information and provider links through the North Dakota Public Service Commission. Service availability depends on your address; contact your municipality for local water and sewer service.
Libraries
Local library contacts
Locations and public phone numbers are from the IMLS FY2024 Public Libraries Survey. Call the branch to confirm current hours and services before visiting.
Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library – 515 N Fifth Street, Bismarck, ND 58501. 701-355-1491.
County court information
Select Burleigh County in the North Dakota Court System directory for court locations and contact information.
DMV
North Dakota — Motor Vehicle Online Services
North Dakota — REAL ID Information
North Dakota — Driver licensing, tests and records
Transportation and transit
Use NDDOT’s transit map to find providers serving your area. Confirm service days and booking requirements with the provider.
Postal Services
USPS location finder — Search by street address, city or ZIP Code for nearby post offices, collection boxes and available services.
USPS ZIP Code lookup — Find the mailing ZIP Code for a specific street address.
USPS Hold Mail — Arrange a temporary mail hold and review identity-verification requirements.
USPS change of address and forwarding — Review forwarding options and submit an address-change request through USPS.
USPS package pickup — Check pickup availability for your address and schedule eligible shipments.
Veterans
National services available to local residents
VA accredited representatives — Find help with VA claims and benefit applications.
VA health care applications — Review application options and supporting information.
VA disability claims — Find the official steps for submitting a disability claim.
GI Bill and education benefits — Review how to apply for VA education benefits.
Veteran career and employment support — Explore VA employment, training and career assistance.
Employment
National services available to local residents
USAJOBS federal employment — Search federal openings by location and occupation.
Apprenticeship Finder — Search apprenticeship opportunities by location and occupation.
My Next Move career exploration — Explore occupations, industries and career interests.
Government job-training resources — Find routes to state training programs and support for different job seekers.
Unemployment benefit guidance — Find your state program and its application and eligibility information.
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Local Questions
Burleigh County Questions, Answered
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103,251 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate). This is a dated Census Bureau estimate, rather than a live resident count.
1,668.482 square miles, including water (2020 Census geography). The total combines land and water area.
Start with County Commission, linked from the government source used for this county. Check that page for current details before visiting or submitting a request.
Start with Central Dakota Communications Center (911), linked from the government source used for this county. Check that page for current details before visiting or submitting a request.
Start with Human Resources, linked from the government source used for this county. Check that page for current details before visiting or submitting a request.
Start with Library, linked from the government source used for this county. Check that page for current details before visiting or submitting a request.
Start with Sheriff’s Department, linked from the government source used for this county. Check that page for current details before visiting or submitting a request.
Start with Veterans Service Office, linked from the government source used for this county. Check that page for current details before visiting or submitting a request.
Start with School District Reorganization, linked from the government source used for this county. Check that page for current details before visiting or submitting a request.
Start with these official North Dakota resources: Motor Vehicle Online Services; REAL ID Information; Driver licensing, tests and records. Choose the page for the service you need, then check its office or online instructions before making a trip. These links cover state services; they do not establish that every transaction is available at a county office.
Use USPS ZIP Code Lookup for the mailing ZIP Code of a specific street address. Use the USPS location finder to search for nearby postal facilities and available services. An address lookup is more useful for mailing than assuming the entire county shares one ZIP Code.
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