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Center, ND

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Population
583
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,975 ft
Median Home Value
$204,100
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$77,083
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Center

True to its name, Center sits right in the middle of Oliver County. With a population of around 600, it serves as the county seat and the main hub for the surrounding prairie. It offers a quiet, close-knit pace of life, yet Bismarck is only about a 40-minute drive away when you need major shopping, healthcare, or airport access. Families are served by the local Center-Stanton school system, where smaller class sizes give kids plenty of individual attention.

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The area’s economy is anchored by agriculture, county government, and regional energy production, including power generation and mining. For weekend recreation, Nelson Lake is just down the road and stands out across North Dakota for its year-round warm-water fishing and trophy bass. With its wide-open skies, affordable housing, and easy commute to the Missouri River valley, Center is an appealing choice for anyone looking for classic small-town living.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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