US ZIP Code
57793

Whitewood, SD

Lawrence County  ·  South Dakota

● Active
👥 2,042 Population ↓ 15% since 2019
💰 $84,441 Median HH Income
▲ 11% above avg ↑ 20% since 2019
🎂 51.8 Median Age ↑ 6% since 2019
🏠 $293,400 Median Home Value
≈ Avg ↑ 71% since 2019
🎓 35.9% College Grads
≈ Avg
📊 5.1% Unemployment
≈ Avg ↑ 12% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code57793
CityWhitewood
StateSouth Dakota (SD)
CountyLawrence County
Area Code605
Elevation3,364 ft
Latitude44.525287
Longitude-103.578811
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS46081
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 56.7% (1,157) Female 43.3% (885) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 93.3%Hispanic: 1.3%Asian: 1.2%Other: 3.4%Race
White93.3%
Hispanic1.3%
Asian1.2%
Other3.4%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
3%
5–17
17%
18–24
3%
25–44
17%
45–64
36%
65+
10%

Key Indicators

Median Age51.8 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.72
Below Poverty9.7% ≈ Avg
College Grads35.9% ≈ Avg
Unemployment5.1% ≈ Avg
No HS Diploma4 (0.3%)
HS Graduate587 (41.5%)
Some College121 (8.6%)
Associates194 (13.7%)
Bachelors153 (10.8%)
Graduate Degree355 (25.1%)

Education

No HS: 0.3%HS Grad: 41.5%Some College: 8.6%Associates: 13.7%Bachelors: 10.8%Graduate: 25.1%Edu
No HS0.3%
HS Grad41.5%
Some College8.6%
Associates13.7%
Bachelors10.8%
Graduate25.1%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 86.4%Renter: 13.6%Tenure
Owner86.4%
Renter13.6%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
16%
$50k–100k
10%
$100k–150k
6%
$150k–200k
5%
$200k–300k
15%
$300k–500k
26%
Over $500k
22%

Financials

Median HH Income$84,441 ▲ 11% above avg ↑ 20% since 2019
Median Home Value$293,400 ≈ Avg ↑ 71% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$925/mo ↑ 24% since 2019
Total Units806
Vacant Units61
Avg HH Size2.72

Income Distribution

Under $25k
12%
$25k–50k
13%
$50k–75k
16%
$75k–100k
17%
$100k–150k
16%
$150k–200k
14%
Over $200k
11%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
65%
Public Transit
0%
Walked
16%
Work From Home
19%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
40%
15–30 min
24%
30–45 min
20%
Over 45 min
17%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
1%
1940s–1950s
2%
1960s–1970s
15%
1980s–1990s
24%
2000+
57%

Summary

Total Units806
Vacant61
Owner Occupied86.4%
Renter Occupied13.6%
Avg HH Size2.72
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 57793 is in Whitewood, SD, in Lawrence County.
ZIP code 57793 is located in South Dakota (SD).
ZIP code 57793 is in Lawrence County, SD.
ZIP 57793 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 57793 is 2,042 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 57793 is $84,441 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 57793 is $293,400 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 57793

ZIP code 57793 is located in Whitewood, South Dakota, within Lawrence County. With a population of 2,042, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 51.8 years. Economically, 57793 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $84,441 is near the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 57793 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $293,400 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $925 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 86.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 71% since 2019.

The population of 57793 is primarily White (93.34%). Residents are moderately educated — 35.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.7%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 57793 stands at 5.1%, which is near the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 59%.

Overall, ZIP code 57793 in Whitewood, SD is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,042 residents, a median household income of $84,441, and a median home value of $293,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of South Dakota.