Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.82 |
| Below Poverty | 16.6% ▲ 66% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.8% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.2% ▲ 26% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 8 (0.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,953 (33.9%) |
| Some College | 729 (12.7%) |
| Associates | 863 (15%) |
| Bachelors | 1,070 (18.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,132 (19.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,118 ▼ 20% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $129,013 ▼ 54% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $669/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 4,414 |
| Vacant Units | 942 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Roberts County is located in South Dakota and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 9,830 residents. With a median age of 37.26, it is a relatively young county.
Roberts County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $61,117 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.2%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 16.6% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Roberts County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $129,013 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $668. Homeownership rates are high at 67.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Roberts County are majority White (56.15%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 37.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Roberts County, SD is a solidly middle-class area in South Dakota. The 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 57224 | Claire City | 176 | $56,000 | $79,400 | — | 4.3% | 44.8% |
| 57227 | Corona | 600 | $97,917 | $214,600 | — | 0.0% | 33.5% |
| 57255 | New Effington | 538 | $65,781 | $83,300 | $505 | 8.6% | 46.0% |
| 57256 | Ortley | 226 | $66,250 | — | — | 24.4% | 26.0% |
| 57257 | Peever | 531 | $43,182 | $57,600 | $571 | 8.4% | 24.1% |
| 57260 | Rosholt | 1,107 | $76,500 | $137,100 | $832 | 4.6% | 43.2% |
| 57262 | Sisseton | 5,043 | $52,667 | $121,100 | $656 | 6.8% | 37.5% |
| 57266 | Summit | 628 | $64,444 | $159,400 | $738 | 3.3% | 35.6% |
| 57279 | Wilmot | 981 | $69,453 | $161,400 | $647 | 4.0% | 42.0% |