Pekin ZIP Codes — Nelson County, ND

There is one unique ZIP code in Pekin, North Dakota and it is 58361. Area code: 701.
1
ZIP codes
129.93
sq mi land
1.83
sq mi water
701
area code
Pekin, ND ZIP code map

About Pekin, ND

Pekin, North Dakota, is a small city located in Nelson County. With its rich agricultural backdrop and serene environment, it offers a peaceful lifestyle for its residents. The community is characterized by its tight-knit atmosphere and commitment to preserving local traditions.

Location & geography

Pekin is situated in the eastern part of North Dakota, approximately 48 miles northeast of the city of Grand Forks. It is surrounded by the natural beauty of the landscape, encompassing a total land area of 129.93 square miles, alongside a water area of 1.83 square miles. The geography is mainly flat, typical of the North Dakota plains, providing ample farmland and open spaces.

Community & economy

The character of Pekin is closely tied to agriculture, with many residents engaged in farming and related industries. Daily life in Pekin often revolves around community events and local gatherings that foster strong relationships among inhabitants. The city embodies the values of rural living, where neighbors support each other and community involvement is highly encouraged.

Transportation

Pekin can be accessed via North Dakota Highway 1, which connects it to larger towns and cities in the region. The nearest major airport is the Grand Forks International Airport, located about 48 miles southwest of the city. Public transportation options are limited, making personal vehicles the primary mode of transit.

History

Pekin was established in the late 19th century and has since been an agricultural hub within Nelson County. The city has seen various developments and changes in industry but has largely remained focused on agriculture and small businesses. Notable events include its participation in regional fairs and festivals that celebrate local farming culture.

Did you know?

One surprising fact about Pekin is that it has only one assigned ZIP code, which is 58361. This ZIP code reflects the city's unique identity and serves as an important reference for postal services in the area.

ZIP codes for Pekin, ND (1)
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Demographics & statistics

264
Population
52.5
Median age
$122,500
Median household income
$44,323
Per capita income
$227,500
Median home value
$775
Median monthly rent
78.0%
Home ownership
8.0%
Poverty rate
1.8%
Unemployment
126
Housing units
44.5%
Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female
2
Under 5
3
6
5–9
6
10
10–14
10
3
15–19
3
19
20–24
20
2
25–34
3
4
35–44
5
26
45–54
27
2
55–59
2
11
60–64
11
31
65–74
33
7
75–84
7
5
85+
6
← Male
Female →

Age summary

GroupCount%
Under 184316.3%
18 and over22183.7%
65 and over8933.7%
Median age52.5 years

Race & ethnicity

White 98.9%
Two or more races 1.1%
GroupCount%
White26198.9%
Two or more races31.1%

Household income

Under $10k 2.0%
$10k–$15k 5.0%
$15k–$25k 7.0%
$25k–$35k 14.0%
$35k–$50k 2.0%
$50k–$75k 6.0%
$75k–$100k 9.0%
$100k–$150k 28.0%
$150k–$200k 12.0%
$200k+ 15.0%
Range% of households
Under $10k2.0%
$10k–$15k5.0%
$15k–$25k7.0%
$25k–$35k14.0%
$35k–$50k2.0%
$50k–$75k6.0%
$75k–$100k9.0%
$100k–$150k28.0%
$150k–$200k12.0%
$200k+15.0%
Median income$122,500

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 10.3%
$50k–$100k 11.5%
$100k–$150k 5.1%
$150k–$200k 9.0%
$200k–$300k 41.0%
$300k–$500k 7.7%
$500k–$1M 15.4%

Housing overview

MetricValue
Median home value$227,500
Median rent / month$775
Owner occupied78.0%
Renter occupied22.0%
Vacant32.4%
Single-family detached90.5%
Large apartment buildings0.0%
Mobile homes9.5%
Median rooms5.7
Avg household size (owned)2.83

Year built

Era%
2020 or later0.0%
2010–201916.9%
2000–20094.1%
1990–19990.7%
1980–19892.7%
1970–19790.0%
1960–19695.4%
1950–195913.5%
1940–194924.3%
1939 or earlier32.4%

Bedrooms

Size% of units
No bedroom (studio)0.7%
1 bedroom6.1%
2 bedrooms42.6%
3 bedrooms40.5%
4 bedrooms6.1%
5+ bedrooms4.1%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles% of households
No vehicle0.0%
1 vehicle8.0%
2 vehicles47.0%
3 or more45.0%

Heating fuel

Fuel type%
Electricity15.0%
Propane / LP gas77.0%
Fuel oil8.0%

Households & families

Household typeCount%
Married-couple family6464.0%
Cohabiting couple11.0%
Male householder, no spouse1313.0%
Female householder, no spouse2222.0%
Households with children under 181111.0%
Households with seniors (65+)6161.0%
Average household size2.64

Marital status

StatusMaleFemale
Never married33.3%23.9%
Married54.4%61.9%
Separated1.8%0.0%
Widowed4.4%13.3%
Divorced6.1%0.9%

Education

Less than 9th grade 0.5%
Some HS, no diploma 0.5%
HS graduate 17.0%
Some college, no degree 19.2%
Associate's degree 18.1%
Bachelor's degree 41.2%
Graduate / professional 3.3%
Metric%
HS diploma or higher98.9%
Bachelor's or higher44.5%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

TypeCount%
Nursery / preschool00.0%
Kindergarten44.2%
Elementary school2829.5%
High school66.3%
College / grad school5760.0%

Employment

Industry of employment

Agriculture & mining 41.3%
Education & healthcare 38.5%
Finance & real estate 10.1%
Transportation & utilities 5.5%
Wholesale trade 2.8%
Construction 1.8%

Occupation

Category%
Management, business & arts73.4%
Service8.3%
Sales & office11.0%
Natural resources & construction3.7%
Production & transportation3.7%

Employment type

Type%
Private sector57.8%
Government13.8%
Self-employed28.4%
Unpaid family workers0.0%

Commute

Method%
Drive alone61.5%
Carpool8.3%
Public transit0.0%
Walk19.3%
Other means10.1%
Avg commute (minutes)25.7

Poverty

All people 8.0%
Under 18 years 31.7%
18 and over 3.6%
Married-couple families 1.6%
Female-led households 0.0%

Income support

Source% of households
Social Security57.0%
Retirement income32.0%
Supplemental Security0.0%
Cash public assistance1.0%
Food stamps / SNAP10.0%

Health indicators

Condition%
High blood pressure42.9%
High cholesterol40.3%
Heart disease9.8%
Stroke4.1%
Asthma8.6%
Arthritis33.6%
Kidney disease3.8%
Pulmonary disease8.3%
Cancer9.9%
Behavior / access%
Binge drinking16.5%
No physical activity27.0%
Less than 7 hrs sleep27.7%
Fair or poor health14.5%
Poor mental health10.4%
Poor physical health10.7%
No health insurance9.6%
Visited doctor (checkup)75.3%
Visited dentist64.7%
Cholesterol screening92.5%
Teeth loss12.1%

Veterans & disability

VeteransCount%
Civilian veterans2310.4%
Disability%
Any disability23.9%
Under 180.0%
18–64 years3.8%
65 and over65.2%

Health insurance coverage

Type%
Private insurance86.7%
Public insurance47.3%
Uninsured under 190.0%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

LanguageCount%
English only25998.1%
Spanish00.0%
Other Indo-European00.0%
Asian & Pacific Islander00.0%
Other languages00.0%

Place of birth & citizenship

OriginCount%
Native born (US)264100.0%
Born in same state264100.0%
Born in different state24191.3%
Foreign born00.0%
Naturalized citizen00.0%
Not a US citizen00.0%

Ancestry

AncestryCount%
Polish16964%
Italian103.8%
AncestryCount%
Dutch41.5%
English10.4%

Technology access

Metric% of households
Computer access37.9%
Internet access90.0%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

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