Oakes is the most populous city in Dickey County, North Dakota, United States. The population was 1,798 at the 2020 census. Oakes was founded in 1886.
History
Oakes was laid out in 1886. It was named for Thomas F. Oakes, a railroad official. The city was incorporated in 1888.
Geography
Oakes sits approximately one mile east of the James River and is the meeting place of several rail lines. Because of its rail access, Oakes is home to several major grain elevators that handle large volumes of grain, primarily corn.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of , all land.