Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
| Below Poverty | 12.3% ▲ 23% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 1.0% ▼ 80% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 74 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,578 (35%) |
| Some College | 1,273 (9.7%) |
| Associates | 2,290 (17.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,468 (11.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,399 (26%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,144 ▼ 20% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $191,463 ▼ 31% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $759/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 9,846 |
| Vacant Units | 861 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Davison County is located in South Dakota and encompasses 3 ZIP codes spanning 3 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 20,895 residents. With a median age of 39.5, it is a middle-aged county.
Davison County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $61,143 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 1.0%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 12.3% is above the national average.
Housing in Davison County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $191,463 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $758. Homeownership rates are high at 63.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Davison County are primarily White (88.95%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 37.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Davison County, SD is a solidly middle-class area in South Dakota. The 3 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.