Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.75 |
| Below Poverty | 6.3% ▼ 37% below avg |
| College Grads | 37.1% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 1.6% ▼ 67% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 43 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,404 (39.3%) |
| Some College | 279 (7.8%) |
| Associates | 500 (14%) |
| Bachelors | 438 (12.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 910 (25.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $84,235 ▲ 10% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $204,890 ▼ 27% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $828/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 2,905 |
| Vacant Units | 622 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Hamlin County is located in South Dakota and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 6,437 residents. With a median age of 32, it is a relatively young county.
Hamlin County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $84,234 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 1.6%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 6.3% is well below the national average.
Housing in Hamlin County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $204,890 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $827. Homeownership rates are high at 81.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Hamlin County are primarily White (92.3%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 37.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Hamlin County, SD is a middle-income area in South Dakota. The 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 57221 | Bryant | 1,185 | $82,500 | $229,100 | $738 | 0.8% | 27.4% |
| 57223 | Castlewood | 1,367 | $88,571 | $229,500 | $1,096 | 1.2% | 41.4% |
| 57234 | Estelline | 1,372 | $79,167 | $169,600 | $625 | 1.2% | 45.2% |
| 57241 | Hayti | 945 | $73,750 | $136,500 | $756 | 5.7% | 30.5% |
| 57242 | Hazel | 418 | $92,222 | $215,600 | $681 | 0.0% | 39.1% |
| 57248 | Lake Norden | 1,150 | $92,625 | $245,100 | $956 | 0.8% | 36.7% |