US ZIP Code
57785

Sturgis, SD

Meade County  ·  South Dakota

● Active
👥 10,705 Population ↑ 19% since 2019
💰 $59,311 Median HH Income
▼ 22% below avg ↑ 26% since 2019
🎂 41.0 Median Age ↓ 9% since 2019
🏠 $263,000 Median Home Value
≈ Avg ↑ 53% since 2019
🎓 35.3% College Grads
▼ 9% below avg
📊 2.6% Unemployment
▼ 48% below avg ↑ 219% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code57785
CitySturgis
StateSouth Dakota (SD)
CountyMeade County
Area Code605
Elevation2,941 ft
Latitude44.402472
Longitude-103.188819
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS46093
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 51.6% (5,522) Female 48.4% (5,183) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 90.7%Hispanic: 2.7%Black: 1%Asian: 0.1%Other: 4%Race
White90.7%
Hispanic2.7%
Black1.0%
Asian0.1%
Other4.0%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
5%
5–17
17%
18–24
6%
25–44
26%
45–64
28%
65+
10%

Key Indicators

Median Age41.0 yrs ↓ 9% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.36
Below Poverty7.5% ▼ 25% below avg
College Grads35.3% ▼ 9% below avg
Unemployment2.6% ▼ 48% below avg
No HS Diploma138 (1.9%)
HS Graduate2,182 (29.4%)
Some College1,348 (18.2%)
Associates1,130 (15.2%)
Bachelors890 (12%)
Graduate Degree1,725 (23.3%)

Education

No HS: 1.9%HS Grad: 29.4%Some College: 18.2%Associates: 15.2%Bachelors: 12%Graduate: 23.3%Edu
No HS1.9%
HS Grad29.4%
Some College18.2%
Associates15.2%
Bachelors12.0%
Graduate23.3%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 70.8%Renter: 29.2%Tenure
Owner70.8%
Renter29.2%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
12%
$50k–100k
2%
$100k–150k
7%
$150k–200k
12%
$200k–300k
25%
$300k–500k
31%
Over $500k
11%

Financials

Median HH Income$59,311 ▼ 22% below avg ↑ 26% since 2019
Median Home Value$263,000 ≈ Avg ↑ 53% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio4.4x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$842/mo ↑ 58% since 2019
Total Units4,879
Vacant Units456
Avg HH Size2.36

Income Distribution

Under $25k
19%
$25k–50k
16%
$50k–75k
23%
$75k–100k
16%
$100k–150k
17%
$150k–200k
5%
Over $200k
5%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
84%
Public Transit
2%
Walked
6%
Work From Home
8%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
51%
15–30 min
21%
30–45 min
16%
Over 45 min
12%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
2%
1940s–1950s
11%
1960s–1970s
14%
1980s–1990s
14%
2000+
59%

Summary

Total Units4,879
Vacant456
Owner Occupied70.8%
Renter Occupied29.2%
Avg HH Size2.36
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 57785 is in Sturgis, SD, in Meade County.
ZIP code 57785 is located in South Dakota (SD).
ZIP code 57785 is in Meade County, SD.
ZIP 57785 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 57785 is 10,705 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 57785 is $59,311 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 57785 is $263,000 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 57785

ZIP code 57785 is located in Sturgis, South Dakota, within Meade County. With a population of 10,705, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41 years. Economically, 57785 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $59,311 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 57785 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $263,000 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $842 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 70.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 53% since 2019.

The population of 57785 is primarily White (90.69%). Residents are moderately educated — 35.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.5%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 57785 stands at 2.6%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 70%.

Overall, ZIP code 57785 in Sturgis, SD is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 10,705 residents, a median household income of $59,311, and a median home value of $263,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of South Dakota.