North Dakota Market Intelligence Report (2026)

Top Businesses to Start in North Dakota (2026)

We analyzed 18K+ verified business records to help you separate the hype from the hard numbers.

Top 5 Opportunities

#1
FASTEST GROWTH SECTOR

Tobacco Stores

Growth: +100.0% • Saturation: 0.66 LQ
#2
HIGH DEMAND SIGNAL

Office Administrative Services

Growth: +100.0% • Saturation: 0.78 LQ
#3
LOW COMPETITION GAP

Offices of All Other Miscellaneous Health Practitioners

Growth: +100.0% • Saturation: 0.57 LQ
#4
HIGH DEMAND SIGNAL

Elementary and Secondary Schools

Growth: +83.3% • Saturation: 0.55 LQ
#5
LOW COMPETITION GAP

Cosmetics, Beauty Supplies, and Perfume Stores

Growth: +71.4% • Saturation: 0.78 LQ

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Fargo

#1 VOL

The state's largest economic engine.

Population

255K

Active Biz

8K

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Fastest Growth

Bismarck

134K Residents

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Grand Forks

Population

104K

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Minot

Population

77K

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Common Questions

What is the fastest growing business in North Dakota?+

Currently, the Tobacco Stores sector is leading the state with a +100.0% 5-year growth rate across multiple metro markets.

What does the data say about North Dakota's economy?+

The state is home to 18K active establishments across 4 major metro areas. The market shows strong growth in emerging sectors with opportunities in high-demand, low-saturation niches.