Oakes, North Dakota
Oakes: city in Dickey County, North Dakota, United States of America
About
Oakes is a city located in the county of Dickey in the U.S. state of North Dakota. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,856 and a population density of 439 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,657 inhabitants.
The city was created 140 years ago in 1885.
Quick Facts about Oakes
| Population | 1,657 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | North Dakota (United States) |
| County | Dickey County |
| Postal code | 58474 |
| Phone Area Codes | 701 |
| Area | 4.23 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 46.1386,-98.0904 |
| Altitude | 1,312 feet / 400 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1886 (140 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 21:33:42 (16th April 2026) |
| Density | 392 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -12.01% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 74℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Oakes is located at 46°8'19"N 98°5'25"W (46.1385800, -98.0903800).
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 74. South wind 12 to 21 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Oakes decreased by 12.01% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,856 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,838 | -0.98% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,822 | -0.88% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,816 | -0.33% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,785 | -1.74% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,771 | -0.79% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,759 | -0.68% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,717 | -2.45% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,724 | 0.41% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,701 | -1.35% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,657 | -2.66% | estimation process |
People born in Oakes (1)
American football player Phil Hansen was born in Oakes
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Oakes, ND. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 200484 | Trinity Bible College and Graduate School | Ellendale (ND) | 58436-7105 |
Closest post offices linked to Oakes.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Oak Post Office | Oakes (ND) | 58474 |
| Cogswell Post Office | Cogswell (ND) | 58017 |
| Verona Post Office | Verona (ND) | 58490 |
| Fullerton Post Office | Fullerton (ND) | 58441 |
| Lamour Post Office | Lamoure (ND) | 58458 |
Other cities in Dickey County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Dickey County , ND.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Norway | 159 | Township in Traill County, North Dakota |
| Ellendale | 114 | City in Dickey County, North Dakota, US |
| Clement | 102 | Township in Dickey County, North Dakota |
| Fullerton | 51 | City in North Dakota, United States |
| Forbes | 43 | City in North Dakota, USA |
| Monango | 36 | Human settlement in Dickey County, North Dakota, United States of America |
| Ludden | 24 | Human settlement in Dickey County, North Dakota, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Oakes distances to largest North Dakota cities