| ZIP Code | 57787 |
|---|---|
| City | Union Center |
| State | South Dakota (SD) |
| County | Meade County |
| Area Code | 605 |
| Elevation | 2,975 ft |
| Latitude | 44.667994 |
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| Longitude | -102.657839 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 46093 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.9 yrs ↓ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.27 |
| Below Poverty | 28.7% ▲ 187% above avg |
| College Grads | 62.5% ▲ 61% above avg |
| Unemployment | 0.0% ▼ 100% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 92 (27%) |
| Some College | 25 (7.3%) |
| Associates | 11 (3.2%) |
| Bachelors | 49 (14.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 164 (48.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,831 ▼ 24% below avg ↑ 8% since 2019 |
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| Median Rent | $854/mo |
| Total Units | 183 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.27 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 183 |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied | 66.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 33.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.27 |
ZIP code 57787 is located in Union Center, South Dakota, within Meade County. With a population of 599, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.9 years. Economically, 57787 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $57,831 is below the national average.
Renters can expect to pay around $854 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 66.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community.
The population of 57787 is primarily White (83.31%). Residents are highly educated — 62.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 28.7%. Household income has grown by 8% since 2019.
A notably high share of workers — 54% — 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 32%.
Overall, ZIP code 57787 in Union Center, SD is characterized as solidly middle-class, highly educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied.