Rolla, ND

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Population
1,156
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,815 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$151,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$620/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$49,219
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Located just south of the Canadian border in northern North Dakota, Rolla is a quiet, close-knit town of around 1,200 people. As the seat of Rolette County, it serves as a steady hub for the surrounding agricultural communities. Life here moves at an easy small-town pace, where neighbors look out for one another, commutes are stress-free, and everyday life centers on local schools, family-owned shops, and community events.

Despite its modest footprint, Rolla covers the essentials with a local hospital, a municipal golf course, and a city park with an outdoor swimming pool for the summer months. Residents also enjoy quick access to the nearby Turtle Mountains, a scenic getaway for fishing, hiking, camping, and winter snowmobiling. It is a welcoming, down-to-earth place to put down roots if you value peace, open spaces, and a supportive rural community.

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