| ZIP Code | 57536 |
|---|---|
| City | Harrold |
| State | South Dakota (SD) |
| County | Hughes County |
| Area Code | 605 |
| Elevation | 1,891 ft |
| Latitude | 44.417429 |
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| Longitude | -99.774218 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 46065 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.3 yrs ↓ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.70 |
| Below Poverty | 5.8% ▼ 42% below avg |
| College Grads | 41.3% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 0.0% ▼ 100% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 5 (3.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 47 (30.3%) |
| Some College | 14 (9%) |
| Associates | 25 (16.1%) |
| Bachelors | 18 (11.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 46 (29.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,625 ▼ 21% below avg ↓ 8% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $137,500 ▼ 51% below avg ↑ 90% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $622/mo |
| Total Units | 164 |
| Vacant Units | 61 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.70 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 164 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 61 |
| Owner Occupied | 60.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 39.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.70 |
ZIP code 57536 is located in Harrold, South Dakota, within Hughes County. With a population of 278, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.3 years. Economically, 57536 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $60,625 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 57536 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $137,500 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $622 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 60.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 90% since 2019.
The population of 57536 is primarily White (84.89%). Residents are well-educated — 41.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.8%. Household income has declined by 8% since 2019.
A notably high share of workers — 27% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 64%.
Overall, ZIP code 57536 in Harrold, SD is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 278 residents, a median household income of $60,625, and a median home value of $137,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of South Dakota.