When did North Dakota become a state?

North Dakota became a state on November 2, 1889. This date marks the official admission of North Dakota into the United States as the 39th state. The process of statehood for North Dakota was part of a larger movement during the late 19th century, when many territories were seeking admission as states. North Dakota's path to statehood was influenced by various factors, including population growth and economic development, particularly in agriculture and railroads, which made statehood not only desirable but necessary for governance and representation.

Different dates marked significant events in the history of North Dakota, such as the establishment of the Dakota Territory in 1861 or attempts to gain statehood before 1889; however, these do not represent the actual moment of statehood itself.