North Dakota State Information
North Dakota is a state located in the Midwestern and Northern regions of the United States. It is bordered by Minnesota to the east, South Dakota to the south, Montana to the west, and Canada to the north. North Dakota is the 19th largest state by area in the U.S., with an area of 70,700 square miles (183,000 km2). The state has a population of 762,062 as of 2019.
North Dakota is known for its wide open spaces and vast prairies. The landscape is mostly flat with rolling hills and some rugged badlands in the western part of the state. The Missouri River forms a large portion of North Dakota's eastern border with South Dakota. Other major rivers include the Red River of the North, which forms part of its northern border with Canada, and the Yellowstone River which flows through the western part of the state.
The climate in North Dakota is continental with cold winters and hot summers. Average temperatures range from -10°F (-23°C) in January to 85°F (29°C) in July. Precipitation averages around 20 inches (510 mm) per year, with most occurring during summer months.
North Dakota's economy is largely based on agriculture and energy production. The state is one of the top producers of wheat, barley, sunflowers, canola, flaxseed, dry beans, honey, oats, and potatoes in the United States. It also produces significant amounts of oil and natural gas from its Bakken Formation reserves located in western North Dakota. Other industries include manufacturing, tourism, finance and insurance services.
North Dakota has a rich cultural heritage that includes Native American tribes such as Sioux and Mandan-Hidatsa as well as European settlers who arrived in the late 19th century. The state's capital city is Bismarck while its largest city is Fargo. Other major cities include Grand Forks and Minot.
