Sheldon, North Dakota
Sheldon: city in North Dakota, USA
About
Sheldon is a city located in the county of Ransom in the U.S. state of North Dakota. Its population at the 2010 census was 116 and a population density of 527 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 124 inhabitants.
The city was created 144 years ago in 1881.
Quick Facts about Sheldon
| Population | 124 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | North Dakota (United States) |
| County | Ransom County |
| Postal code | 58068 |
| Phone Area Codes | 701 |
| Area | 0.22 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 46.5858,-97.4912 |
| Altitude | 1,089 feet / 332 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1882 (144 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone |
| Local time | 16:48:40 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 564 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 6.45% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 84℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Sheldon is located at 46°35'9"N 97°29'28"W (46.5858000, -97.4912000).
Sheldon map
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Weather
Mostly sunny, with a high near 84. South southeast wind 10 to 25 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
The population of Sheldon increased by 6.45% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 116 | - | census |
| 2011 | 117 | 0.85% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 121 | 3.31% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 126 | 3.97% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 126 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 130 | 3.08% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 128 | -1.56% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 126 | -1.59% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 125 | -0.8% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 125 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 124 | -0.81% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Sheldon, ND. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 200572 | Valley City State University | Valley City (ND) | 58072 |
Nearby Transit Stations (1)
Rail and bus stations connected to Sheldon, ND. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| FAR | Fargo | 420 4th Street North | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Sheldon.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Sheldon Post Office | Sheldon (ND) | 58068 |
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- Sheldon, New York town in New York, United States with a population of 2,268 people.
- Sheldon, Vermont town in Franklin County, Vermont, United States with a population of 2,226 people.
- Sheldon, Illinois human settlement in Iroquois County, Illinois, United States of America with a population of 935 people.
- Sheldon, Missouri City in Vernon County, Missouri, United States with a population of 515 people.
- Sheldon, Minnesota human settlement in Houston County, Minnesota, United States of America with a population of 267 people.
- Sheldon, Wisconsin village in Rusk County, Wisconsin, United States with a population of 210 people.
Other cities in Ransom County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Ransom County , ND.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Lisbon | 2,015 | City in North Dakota |
| Enderlin | 828 | City in North Dakota |
| Fort Ransom | 90 | Township in Ransom County, North Dakota |
| Elliott | 79 | City in North Dakota |
| Coburn | 57 | Township in Ransom County, North Dakota |