Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
| Below Poverty | 13.3% ▲ 33% above avg |
| College Grads | 38.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.3% ▼ 33% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 14 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 653 (31.4%) |
| Some College | 232 (11.1%) |
| Associates | 380 (18.3%) |
| Bachelors | 325 (15.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 477 (22.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,190 ▼ 19% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $98,939 ▼ 65% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $698/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 1,777 |
| Vacant Units | 450 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Perkins County is located in South Dakota and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 3,141 residents. With a median age of 47.17, it is a mature county.
Perkins County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $62,189 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 13.3% is above the national average.
Housing in Perkins County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $98,939 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $698. Homeownership rates are high at 81.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Perkins County are primarily White (94.53%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 38.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Perkins County, SD is a solidly middle-class area in South Dakota. The 5 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.