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Cannon Ball, ND
Census-designated place in Sioux County, North Dakota. ZIP codes: 58528, 58538.
Population
748
Land area
88.3sq mi
People per sq mi
8
ZIP codes
2
Cannon Ball and its ZIP codes
Cannon Ball at a glance
- Cannon Ball is 26% less dense than North Dakota as a whole.
- By population, it ranks 77th among 402 cities and towns in North Dakota.
- The median household income is $42,031, 45% below the North Dakota median of $76,657.
- A typical owner-occupied home is valued at $104,200 (58% below North Dakota) and median rent is $418 a month.
Local data for Cannon Ball, ND
Counts from official public data
Housing and community stats
Cannon Ball, ND, American Community Survey 2020-2024
Median household income
$42,031
Poverty rate
50.7%
Median home value
$104,200
Median rent
$418/mo
Homeownership
44.4%
Bachelor's or higher
3.8%
Median age
29.2
Average commute
28.8 min
Largest reported origins and ancestries: German Americans (35), Mexican Americans (13), Norwegian Americans (9).
Economy and federal money
Jobs, pay, income and spending are for Sioux County. PPP loans are for Cannon Ball.
Unemployment rate
2.4%
Sep 2026, -0.4 pts in a year
Average annual pay
$57,765
1,522 jobs, 2025
Income per person
$33,782
BEA, 2024
Federal spending
$97.1M
FY 2026, $24,919 per person
PPP loans
$49.7K
3 loans, 6 jobs reported
How people get to work
Cannon Ball, ND, workers 16 and older. American Community Survey 5-year estimates
- Drove alone79.5%
- Carpooled7.4%
- Public transit0.0%
- Walked0.0%
- Bicycle0.0%
- Taxi, ride-hailing, motorcycle or other0.0%
- Worked from home13.2%
Average one-way commute: 28.8 minutes for people who do not work from home.
Environment and hazard risk
Cannon Ball, ND, from FEMA, NOAA and EPA
Natural hazard risk
Relatively Low
Top: cold wave
Storm events since 1996
185
Countywide, mostly hail
Flood insurance policies
3
0.3% of homes, county
July high / Jan low
86° / 1°F
Health statistics
Share of adults in Cannon Ball, ND, CDC PLACES estimates
Obesity
48.1%
U.S. 33.3% +14.8 pts
Diabetes
18.8%
U.S. 12.1% +6.7 pts
Smoking
31.6%
U.S. 12.8% +18.8 pts
Uninsured (18-64)
12.7%
U.S. 11.1% +1.6 pts
ZIP codes in Cannon Ball
2 in or overlapping Cannon Ball. Population shown
Cities near Cannon Ball
| Name | Distance | Land area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|
| SolenCity | 8.9 mi | 0.3 |
| Fort YatesCity | 16 mi | 0.1 |
| LintonCity | 20 mi | 0.8 |
| HazeltonCity | 20 mi | 0.4 |
| PorcupineCensus-designated place | 23 mi | 0.2 |
| SelfridgeCity | 24 mi | 0.3 |
| StrasburgCity | 26 mi | 0.3 |
Frequently asked questions
- What county is Cannon Ball, ND in?
- Cannon Ball is in Sioux County, North Dakota.
- What ZIP codes are in Cannon Ball, ND?
- ZIP codes in or overlapping Cannon Ball include 58528, 58538.
- What is the population of Cannon Ball, ND?
- About 748 people live in Cannon Ball, based on American Community Survey 5-year estimates.
- What cities are near Cannon Ball?
- Nearby places include Solen (8.9 mi), Fort Yates (16 mi), Linton (20 mi), Hazelton (20 mi), Porcupine (23 mi).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (TIGER/Line boundaries, American Community Survey) · Data as of 12/31/2023