Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 3.75 |
| Below Poverty | 24.4% ▲ 144% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.9% ▼ 20% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 16 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 892 (41.7%) |
| Some College | 242 (11.3%) |
| Associates | 249 (11.6%) |
| Bachelors | 164 (7.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 577 (27%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $53,942 ▼ 29% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $124,717 ▼ 55% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $624/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 1,521 |
| Vacant Units | 346 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Lyman County is located in South Dakota and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 3,704 residents. With a median age of 34.83, it is a relatively young county.
Lyman County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $53,941 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 24.4% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Lyman County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $124,717 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $624. Homeownership rates are high at 64.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Lyman County are majority White (57.4%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 30.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Lyman County, SD is a working-class 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 57544 | Kennebec | 461 | $71,875 | $144,300 | $664 | 0.5% | 36.8% |
| 57548 | Lower Brule | 1,526 | $38,214 | $48,000 | $429 | 8.7% | 15.0% |
| 57365 | Oacoma | 619 | $63,611 | $259,300 | $847 | 4.3% | 33.5% |
| 57568 | Presho | 682 | $64,813 | $162,900 | $831 | 1.1% | 52.0% |
| 57569 | Reliance | 357 | $59,659 | $114,000 | — | 2.2% | 44.5% |
| 57576 | Vivian | 59 | $58,917 | $167,500 | — | 0.0% | 40.7% |