Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 25.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 5.07 |
| Below Poverty | 52.0% ▲ 420% above avg |
| College Grads | 19.0% ▼ 51% below avg |
| Unemployment | 14.4% ▲ 195% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 47 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,156 (39.9%) |
| Some College | 721 (13.3%) |
| Associates | 1,405 (26%) |
| Bachelors | 513 (9.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 562 (10.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $38,386 ▼ 50% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $50,349 ▼ 82% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $592/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 3,318 |
| Vacant Units | 677 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Oglala Lakota County County is located in South Dakota and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 13,205 residents. With a median age of 25.58, it is a young county.
Oglala Lakota County County has a lower-income economic profile. The median household income of $38,385 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 14.4%, more than double the national average. The poverty rate of 52.0% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Oglala Lakota County County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $50,349 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $591.
The residents of Oglala Lakota County County are racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 7.0%. Educational attainment is less-educated — 19.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well below the national average.
Oglala Lakota County County, SD is a lower-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 57752 | Kyle | 2,539 | $30,304 | — | $578 | 5.0% | 16.1% |
| 57756 | Manderson | 922 | $23,269 | — | $535 | 4.4% | 4.4% |
| 57764 | Oglala | 2,241 | $37,102 | $41,100 | $582 | 20.1% | 30.3% |
| 57770 | Pine Ridge | 5,384 | $53,988 | $54,200 | $633 | 8.9% | 21.3% |
| 57772 | Porcupine | 1,057 | $21,420 | — | $485 | 7.6% | 21.9% |
| 57794 | Wounded Knee | 1,062 | $11,326 | — | — | 68.6% | 0.0% |