Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 3.04 |
| Below Poverty | 21.7% ▲ 117% above avg |
| College Grads | 42.4% ▲ 9% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.3% ▲ 29% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 23 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,568 (30.9%) |
| Some College | 641 (12.6%) |
| Associates | 655 (12.9%) |
| Bachelors | 805 (15.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,377 (27.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,862 ▼ 15% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $166,739 ▼ 40% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $769/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 3,668 |
| Vacant Units | 637 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Charles Mix County is located in South Dakota and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 9,208 residents. With a median age of 36.51, it is a relatively young county.
Charles Mix County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $64,862 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.3%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 21.7% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Charles Mix County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $166,739 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $769. Homeownership rates are high at 72.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Charles Mix County are majority White (65.21%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 42.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Charles Mix County, SD is a solidly middle-class area in South Dakota. The 7 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.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 57329 | Dante | 378 | $61,000 | $124,200 | $1,042 | 2.6% | 33.9% |
| 57342 | Geddes | 350 | $78,125 | $117,400 | — | 0.0% | 42.7% |
| 57356 | Lake Andes | 2,021 | $52,647 | $113,800 | $694 | 10.6% | 36.7% |
| 57361 | Marty | 250 | $20,417 | — | $519 | 44.3% | 26.8% |
| 57367 | Pickstown | 269 | $94,688 | $275,000 | $775 | 0.0% | 57.6% |
| 57369 | Platte | 2,605 | $76,292 | $226,000 | $869 | 0.8% | 53.2% |
| 57380 | Wagner | 3,335 | $63,309 | $153,800 | $724 | 6.7% | 38.3% |