The 2025 North Dakota Legislative Session wrapped up at the beginning of May where policymakers introduced more than 1,000 bills. A handful of these bills impacted child and family well-being, including investments in school meals and child care, and a commitment to best practices in the child welfare system.

The 36th annual KIDS COUNT Data Book looks at child well-being in states and territories across the country. See how North Dakota stacks up in this new report.

Not every family in North Dakota has the same access to affordable energy. When families struggle to afford energy costs, their health and well-being suffer. Reliable access to energy ensures a home is heated and cooled during extreme weather, a family can cook and store food, and people can access the internet for things like telehealth appointments and education needs.

Check out the County Profiles for the most recent data on children in your community.