Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
| Below Poverty | 6.6% ▼ 34% below avg |
| College Grads | 48.6% ▲ 25% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.5% ▼ 69% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 10 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 428 (27.2%) |
| Some College | 156 (9.9%) |
| Associates | 212 (13.5%) |
| Bachelors | 312 (19.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 453 (28.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,756 ▼ 22% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $143,116 ▼ 49% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $546/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 1,340 |
| Vacant Units | 238 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Hand County is located in South Dakota and encompasses 3 ZIP codes spanning 3 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 2,436 residents. With a median age of 44.63, it is a middle-aged county.
Hand County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $59,755 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 1.5%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 6.6% is well below the national average.
Housing in Hand County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $143,116 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $546. Homeownership rates are high at 61.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Hand County are primarily White (97.17%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 48.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Hand 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.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 57362 | Miller | 1,940 | $61,607 | $147,600 | $546 | 1.9% | 47.9% |
| 57371 | Ree Heights | 191 | $72,500 | — | — | 0.0% | 45.3% |
| 57373 | Saint Lawrence | 305 | $40,000 | $114,600 | — | 0.0% | 54.9% |