Petersburg, North Dakota
Petersburg: city in Nelson County, North Dakota
About
Petersburg is a city located in the county of Nelson in the U.S. state of North Dakota. Its population at the 2010 census was 29 and a population density of 11 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 25 inhabitants.
The city was created 142 years ago in 1883.
Quick Facts about Petersburg
| Population | 25 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | North Dakota (United States) |
| County | Nelson County |
| Postal code | 58272 |
| Phone Area Codes | 701 |
| Area | 2.7 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 48.0111,-98.0015 |
| Altitude | 1,532 feet / 467 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1884 (142 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone |
| Local time | 22:56:09 (16th April 2026) |
| Density | 9 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -16% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 29℉ Partly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Petersburg is located at 48°0'40"N 98°0'5"W (48.0111100, -98.0014900).
Petersburg map
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Weather
Partly cloudy. Low around 29, with temperatures rising to around 33 overnight. North northeast wind 6 to 18 mph.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Petersburg
Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Petersburg decreased by 16% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 29 | - | census |
| 2011 | 28 | -3.57% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 28 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 28 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 28 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 27 | -3.7% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 26 | -3.85% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 26 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 26 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 26 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 25 | -4% | estimation process |
Nearby Transit Stations (2)
Rail and bus stations connected to Petersburg, ND. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| DVL | Devils Lake | Railroad Ave. and Third St. | RAIL |
| GFK | Grand Forks | 5555 DeMers Avenue | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Petersburg.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Petersburg Post Office | Petersburg (ND) | 58272 |
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Other cities in Nelson County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Nelson County , ND.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| McVille | 313 | City in Nelson County, North Dakota, United States |
| Michigan | 260 | City in Nelson County, North Dakota, United States |
| Aneta | 201 | Town in North Dakota |
| Tolna | 146 | Human settlement in Nelson County, North Dakota, United States of America |
| Pekin | 63 | Small city in Nelson County, North Dakota, USA |
| Dahlen | 59 | Unincorporated community in North Dakota |
| Lakota | 44 | City in North Dakota |