Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
| Below Poverty | 13.7% ▲ 37% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.0% ▼ 39% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 9 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,241 (34.2%) |
| Some College | 396 (10.9%) |
| Associates | 514 (14.2%) |
| Bachelors | 629 (17.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 836 (23.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,678 ▼ 17% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $154,385 ▼ 45% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $658/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 3,384 |
| Vacant Units | 1,045 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Day County is located in South Dakota and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 5,473 residents. With a median age of 45.09, it is a mature county.
Day County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $63,678 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 13.7% is above the national average.
Housing in Day County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $154,385 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $658. Homeownership rates are high at 75.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Day County are primarily White (83.66%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 40.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Day 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 57422 | Andover | 153 | $85,909 | $95,000 | — | 0.0% | 39.8% |
| 57219 | Bristol | 533 | $51,595 | $82,500 | $1,032 | 3.0% | 34.4% |
| 57239 | Grenville | 380 | $89,896 | $290,600 | — | 0.0% | 49.2% |
| 57468 | Pierpont | 273 | $68,750 | $103,800 | $775 | 0.0% | 34.2% |
| 57261 | Roslyn | 297 | $43,125 | $114,300 | $558 | 0.0% | 31.7% |
| 57273 | Waubay | 1,226 | $48,750 | $155,800 | $578 | 8.6% | 37.6% |
| 57274 | Webster | 2,611 | $69,844 | $161,900 | $619 | 1.6% | 42.9% |