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Lakota, North Dakota

City · Population 687 · #77 in North Dakota
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Lakota is a city in Nelson County, North Dakota, United States. It is the county seat of Nelson County.

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About Lakota

Set in the eastern part of North Dakota, Lakota is a tiny community with an estimated population of 687.

Officially, Lakota is an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 1 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 687 residents per square mile.

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What Makes Lakota Unique

  • One of the northernmost communities in the lower 48 states.
  • Positioned in eastern North Dakota, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
  • Part of the fabric of North Dakota — one of 406 recognized communities statewide.

Why People Love It Here

  • A tight community feel that bigger cities can't replicate.
  • Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
  • Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 14 miles.

🍽️ Where to Eat in Lakota

Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community · click a restaurant to read or write reviews.

🏞️ Parks & Outdoors in Lakota

  • Black Swan Wildlife Management Area · Nature reserve reviews ★
  • Rose Lake National Wildlife Refuge reviews ★

Parks mapped by the OpenStreetMap community · "reviews" opens each park's live Google reviews.

🏫 Schools in Lakota

  • LAKOTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • LAKOTA HIGH SCHOOL

Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.

⚡ Quick Facts

TypeCity
Population (2024)687
Rank in state#77 of 355
Land area1 sq mi
Density687/sq mi
Coordinates48.0429, -98.3468

🌤️ Current Weather

Right now46°F
ConditionsRain Showers
Wind18 mph

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🗺️ Map of Lakota