Population11,688 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate)
A County Seat With Territorial Beginnings
Rolette County, North DakotaRolla anchors Rolette County, whose official history distinguishes its creation in the Dakota territorial period from the later organization of county government. That separation provides a useful starting point for understanding public records and the development of institutions serving the county’s communities. The U.S. Census Bureau estimated 11,688 residents in Rolette County, North Dakota, on July 1, 2025.
Rolette County at a Glance
Population11,688 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate)
County SeatRolla
Largest CityRolla (2025)
Established1873 (organized; NACo County Explorer)
ZIP CodesLook up by address
Total Area, Including Water939.499 square miles, including water (2020 Census geography)
Road MapsView county maps
Area Codes701
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Rolette County
Rolette County was created in 1873 and organized in 1884, with Rolla serving as its seat. The gap between those dates is significant: drawing a county on the territorial map and establishing functioning local government were separate steps. The county's own information preserves that distinction. It provides a reliable administrative framework for further research, while individual community histories are needed to understand the people, places and experiences that existed before and developed alongside those public institutions.
Begin with Rolla for county-government information, then narrow the visit or research project to a specific local subject. The difference between creation and organization dates is especially useful when working with early records. County boundaries describe administrative responsibilities, but they do not encompass every aspect of community identity. Use the relevant local or Tribal institution for its own history and visitor information, and confirm access before traveling to a particular public destination.
What Shapes Us
Place And Character
Rolla anchors Rolette County, whose official history distinguishes its creation in the Dakota territorial period from the later organization of county government.
The Local Story
The gap between those dates is significant: drawing a county on the territorial map and establishing functioning local government were separate steps.
Explore The County
Begin with Rolla for county-government information, then narrow the visit or research project to a specific local subject. The difference between creation and organization dates is especially useful when working with early records.
Discover local stories beyond the dates on a county map.
A Closer Look
Rolette County
Places and perspectives from Rolette County
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County Resources
Find the Right Local Connection
Start with the organization responsible for the service you need. Follow its official link for current requirements, office locations and availability.
Government
Schools
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.
Turtle Mountain Community Elementary School – Elementary; grades PK-05. 1209 Gilbert Godon Street, Belcourt, ND 58316. 701-477-6471.
Dunseith Elementary School – Elementary; grades PK-06. 101 2nd Ave SW, Dunseith, ND 58329. 701-244-5792.
Dunseith Day School – Elementary; grades KG-08. 2994 99th St NE, Dunseith, ND 58329. 701-263-4636.
Mt Pleasant Elementary School – Elementary; grades PK-06. 201 5th St NE, Rolla, ND 58367. 701-477-3151.
Ojibwa Indian School – Elementary; grades KG-08. 9620 42nd Ave NE, Belcourt, ND 58316. 701-477-3108.
Rolette Elementary School – Elementary; grades PK-08. 901 3rd Ave NE, Rolette, ND 58366. 701-246-3595.
Saint John Elementary School – Elementary; grades PK-08. 400 Foussard Ave, Saint John, ND 58369. 701-477-5651.
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.
P H S Indian Hosp At Belcourt-Quentin N Burdick – Acute Care Hospitals. Po Box 160, Belcourt, ND 58316. 701-477-6111.
Presentation Medical Center – Critical Access Hospitals. 213 Second Ave Ne, Rolla, ND 58367. 701-477-3161.
Public safety contacts
Find the Sheriff’s Office in the Rolette County officials directory for local public-safety contacts. For an emergency, call 911.
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 Rolette 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.
Rolla Public Library – 14 First Street Se, Rolla, ND 58367. 701-477-3849.
County court information
Select Rolette 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.
Get to Know Rolette County
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Local Questions
Rolette County Questions, Answered
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11,688 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate). This is a dated Census Bureau estimate, rather than a live resident count.
939.499 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 911 Coordinator, linked from the government source used for this county. Check that page for current details before visiting or submitting a request.
Start with Veteran 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 Careers, 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.
Rolette County was created in 1873 and organized in 1884, with Rolla serving as its seat. The gap between those dates is significant: drawing a county on the territorial map and establishing functioning local government were separate steps. The county's own information preserves that distinction. It provides a reliable administrative framework for further research, while individual community histories are needed to understand the people, places and experiences that existed before and developed alongside those public institutions.
Begin with Rolla for county-government information, then narrow the visit or research project to a specific local subject. The difference between creation and organization dates is especially useful when working with early records. County boundaries describe administrative responsibilities, but they do not encompass every aspect of community identity. Use the relevant local or Tribal institution for its own history and visitor information, and confirm access before traveling to a particular public destination.
The 2020 Census geography figures record 903.042 square miles of land and 36.457 square miles of water in Rolette County. The county’s total area includes both. These are geographic measurements for that Census vintage, not a measurement of current water levels or public recreation access.
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