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Lignite, ND

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Population
131
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,981 ft
Median Home Value
$93,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$581/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$77,083
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
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About Lignite

Lignite is a quiet, tight-knit town of around 140 people tucked into northwestern North Dakota's Burke County. Named after the area's historic coal deposits, the community has long revolved around farming and the regional energy industry. Life here moves at a peaceful, unhurried pace, offering wide-open prairie skies, very affordable living, and a classic small-town feel where neighbors quickly become friends.

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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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