Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
| Below Poverty | 8.6% ▼ 14% below avg |
| College Grads | 48.0% ▲ 24% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.4% ▼ 52% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 48 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,756 (23.5%) |
| Some College | 983 (13.2%) |
| Associates | 1,099 (14.7%) |
| Bachelors | 933 (12.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,639 (35.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $78,187 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $239,453 ▼ 14% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $867/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 5,813 |
| Vacant Units | 1,110 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lake County is located in South Dakota and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 11,279 residents. With a median age of 43.68, it is a middle-aged county.
Lake County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $78,186 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.4%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 8.6% is near the national average.
Housing in Lake County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $239,453 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $866. Homeownership rates are high at 71.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Lake County are primarily White (90.06%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 48.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Lake County, SD is a middle-income 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 57016 | Chester | 680 | $92,125 | $225,600 | $1,107 | 1.7% | 39.9% |
| 57042 | Madison | 7,900 | $68,672 | $218,200 | $877 | 3.1% | 50.9% |
| 57050 | Nunda | 186 | $116,250 | $225,000 | — | 0.0% | 54.6% |
| 57054 | Ramona | 698 | $88,839 | $108,700 | — | 0.8% | 33.6% |
| 57057 | Rutland | 205 | $87,917 | $366,700 | — | 0.0% | 44.0% |
| 57075 | Wentworth | 1,237 | $103,750 | $430,300 | $705 | 0.6% | 48.1% |
| 57076 | Winfred | 373 | $125,250 | $263,900 | $742 | 0.0% | 27.8% |