Albee, South Dakota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Albee, South Dakota had a total population of 4, the 432nd largest town in South Dakota. The poverty rate is 25.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Albee Quick Facts
How Albee Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 4 | 4 | +0.0% |
How Albee Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 35 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Albee Rankings in South Dakota
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Other Cities in Grant County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milbank | 3,525 | $56,011 | 13.2% | $155,000 |
| Big Stone City | 706 | $63,333 | 24.9% | $151,200 |
| Revillo | 88 | $56,300 | 11.4% | N/A |
| La Bolt | 80 | $71,667 | 7.5% | $65,000 |
| Stockholm | 74 | N/A | 16.2% | $97,000 |
| Strandburg | 58 | $68,125 | 31.0% | $104,200 |
| Twin Brooks | 29 | N/A | 27.6% | $75,800 |
| Marvin | 19 | $43,125 | 15.8% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Albee
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milltown | 4 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| New Holland | 4 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Verdon | 4 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Ardmore | 5 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Artas | 3 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 4, Albee's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Albee is a small community located in South Dakota, within Grant County. The total population is 4. It ranks as the 432nd most populous out of 439 Census-designated places in South Dakota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Albee is 65.7 years. This is 73% higher than the state median of 38.0 years. 25.0% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 25.0%. This is 110% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Albee, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 46% higher than the state average of 68.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Albee was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 75.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Albee, South Dakota is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against South Dakota state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 439 Census-designated places in South Dakota. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Albee, South Dakota?
Albee, South Dakota has a population of 4 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Albee, SD?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Albee — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Albee, SD?
The poverty rate in Albee is 25.0%. This means approximately 1 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Albee, South Dakota?
Albee's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Albee, SD?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Albee — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Albee, South Dakota?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Albee hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.