Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 29.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 3.72 |
| Below Poverty | 45.3% ▲ 353% above avg |
| College Grads | 35.3% ▼ 9% below avg |
| Unemployment | 27.7% ▲ 465% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 4 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 697 (38%) |
| Some College | 191 (10.4%) |
| Associates | 273 (14.9%) |
| Bachelors | 269 (14.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 402 (21.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $51,806 ▼ 32% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $76,999 ▼ 72% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $475/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 1,323 |
| Vacant Units | 230 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Corson County is located in South Dakota and encompasses 10 ZIP codes spanning 10 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 3,834 residents. With a median age of 29.12, it is a young county.
Corson County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $51,806 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 27.7%, more than double the national average. The poverty rate of 45.3% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Corson County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $76,999 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $475.
The residents of Corson County are racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 30.0%. Educational attainment is moderately educated — 35.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Corson County, SD is a working-class area in South Dakota. The 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 57621 | Bullhead | 285 | $32,614 | — | $575 | 45.1% | 16.8% |
| 57639 | Little Eagle | 373 | $22,125 | — | $244 | 74.7% | 12.8% |
| 57641 | Mc Intosh | 244 | $56,667 | $62,500 | $613 | 0.0% | 31.0% |
| 57642 | Mc Laughlin | 1,949 | $56,528 | $78,500 | $496 | 21.9% | 37.8% |
| 57645 | Morristown | 149 | $73,000 | $37,100 | — | 0.0% | 43.5% |
| 57657 | Trail City | 203 | $97,500 | $74,600 | — | 23.5% | 44.5% |
| 57658 | Wakpala | 338 | $25,938 | $81,300 | $425 | 53.0% | 35.2% |
| 57660 | Watauga | 119 | $72,500 | $102,100 | — | 0.0% | 48.7% |