Living & Working

If you haven’t seen Bismarck-Mandan lately, you might be surprised by what you find.

Latest Census estimates put the Bismarck MSA population at just over 120,000. Taxable sales and purchases have exceeded two billion dollars each of the past several years, increasing each year.  New construction, both residential and commercial, is booming, and the retail community continues to grow. Forbes magazine’s list of Best Places for Business and Careers has ranked Bismarck in the top five repeatedly. 

Bismarck-Mandan is a vibrant community on the move with a unique and vibrant personality. It is filled with businesses and individuals who take pride in their community, their work ethic, and their family values. Much of Bismarck-Mandan’s success has come from working cooperatively. The future continues to be bright for Bismarck-Mandan, with its businesses and residents ready and willing to share available opportunities.

The Bismarck-Mandan region has been consistently growing. The population of the Bismarck-Mandan MSA (which includes all of Burleigh and Morton) grew from 83,831 in 1990 to 94,719 in 2000 to 108,779 in 2010. Growth in Bismarck-Mandan continues. The 2015 population estimate for the MSA is 123,301, and many feel that is a modest estimate. The US Census named it as one of the 50 fasting growing metros in the country.

The Bismarck-Mandan Development Association is seeking to help existing businesses by identifying people who would be interested in employment or business opportunities in Bismarck, Mandan, Burleigh, or Morton County. Explore the Bismarck-Mandan community through this website, the websites we offer links to, or by contacting BMDA directly.

If you haven’t seen Bismarck-Mandan lately, you just might be surprised by what you find.

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