Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
| Below Poverty | 8.6% ▼ 14% below avg |
| College Grads | 47.5% ▲ 23% above avg |
| Unemployment | 0.6% ▼ 88% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 75 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,771 (22.9%) |
| Some College | 1,932 (16%) |
| Associates | 1,572 (13%) |
| Bachelors | 1,489 (12.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,253 (35.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $78,920 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $220,170 ▼ 21% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $927/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 8,252 |
| Vacant Units | 761 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Hughes County is located in South Dakota and encompasses 3 ZIP codes spanning 3 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 18,208 residents. With a median age of 39.6, it is a middle-aged county.
Hughes County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $78,919 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 0.6%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 8.6% is near the national average.
Housing in Hughes County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $220,170 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $927. Homeownership rates are high at 74.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Hughes County are primarily White (80.84%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 47.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Hughes County, SD is a middle-income 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.