Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
| Below Poverty | 10.7% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 34.7% ▼ 11% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 37% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 26 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,098 (41.2%) |
| Some College | 250 (9.4%) |
| Associates | 366 (13.7%) |
| Bachelors | 343 (12.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 583 (21.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,703 ▼ 27% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $148,621 ▼ 47% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $657/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 2,265 |
| Vacant Units | 589 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Gregory County is located in South Dakota and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 4,056 residents. With a median age of 45.57, it is a mature county.
Gregory County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $55,702 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 10.7% is near the national average.
Housing in Gregory County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $148,621 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $657. Homeownership rates are high at 78.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Gregory County are primarily White (86.91%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 34.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Gregory 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 57317 | Bonesteel | 621 | $52,500 | $120,300 | $545 | 4.1% | 26.6% |
| 57523 | Burke | 953 | $53,750 | $206,500 | $548 | 3.4% | 32.6% |
| 57529 | Dallas | 250 | $81,750 | $278,400 | — | 0.0% | 35.6% |
| 57335 | Fairfax | 313 | $85,000 | $121,300 | $750 | 2.1% | 38.5% |
| 57533 | Gregory | 1,633 | $50,000 | $112,800 | $746 | 3.3% | 37.9% |
| 57538 | Herrick | 247 | $45,500 | — | — | 0.0% | 39.7% |