This location map shows the location of North Dakota in the United States. Clearly marked in red, North Dakota is located in the north-central part of the country, bordered by states such as North Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, Wyoming, and Montana. This map also shows broader geographic context, including surrounding oceans, continents, and major latitude lines such as the Tropic of Cancer and the Arctic Circle. This visual reference is ideal for understanding North Dakota's location in North America.
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Official Name | State of North Dakota |
Capital City | Bismarck |
Largest City | Fargo |
Government | U.S. State Government (Republican-led) |
Official Language | English |
Population | Approx. 780,000 (as of 2024) |
Official Religion | None (freedom of religion) |
Currency | United States Dollar (USD) |
Area | 70,698 square miles (183,108 square km) |
Major Rivers | Missouri River, Red River |
Highest Peak | White Butte (3,506 feet / 1,069 meters) |
Time Zone | Central Time Zone (some in Mountain) |
Calling Code | +1 (U.S. country code) |
Internet TLD | .us |
Drives on | Right side of the road |
Major River | Missouri River |