Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
| Below Poverty | 8.5% ▼ 16% below avg |
| College Grads | 32.2% ▼ 17% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 17% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 96 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,509 (35.7%) |
| Some College | 877 (12.5%) |
| Associates | 1,311 (18.7%) |
| Bachelors | 857 (12.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,374 (19.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,935 ▼ 11% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $208,224 ▼ 25% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $951/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 4,881 |
| Vacant Units | 548 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Butte County is located in South Dakota and encompasses 4 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 11,002 residents. With a median age of 39.3, it is a middle-aged county.
Butte County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $67,934 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 8.5% is near the national average.
Housing in Butte County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $208,224 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $951. Homeownership rates are high at 80.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Butte County are primarily White (88.3%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 32.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Butte County, SD is a solidly middle-class area in South Dakota. The 4 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.