Fort Yates is a city located in Sioux County, North Dakota, in the United States. It serves as the county seat of Sioux County and functions as the tribal headquarters for the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe.
The population of Fort Yates has experienced a significant decline since 1970, decreasing from over 1,100 residents as individuals moved to other locations for employment opportunities. According to the 2020 census, the city's population was 176.