Brandt, South Dakota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Brandt, South Dakota had a total population of 82, the 321st largest town in South Dakota, with a median household income of $60,625, which is 19% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 9.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x.
Brandt Quick Facts
How Brandt 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 | 100 | 82 | -18.0% |
| Median household income | $58,036 | $60,625 | +4.5% |
How Brandt 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+)
Brandt Rankings in South Dakota
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Other Cities in Deuel County
Cities Similar to Brandt
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brentford | 83 | N/A | N/A | 22.4% | 32.5% |
| Agar | 81 | N/A | $114,200 | 28.6% | 16.1% |
| Kaylor | 80 | N/A | $75,300 | 51.8% | 6.3% |
| Green Grass | 78 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Fulton | 84 | $56,667 | $154,200 | 20.3% | 11.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 82, Brandt'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
Brandt is a small community located in South Dakota, within Deuel County. The total population is 82. It ranks as the 321st most populous out of 439 Census-designated places in South Dakota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Brandt is 51.3 years. This is 35% higher than the state median of 38.0 years. Only 9.8% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Brandt is $60,625. This is 19% lower than the state median of $75,081. It is also 25% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.2%. This is 2% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Brandt, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $80,000. Housing costs are 69% lower than the state median of $257,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x, Brandt is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 68.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Brandt has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.9%.
Education
9.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 72% lower than the state rate of 31.9%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 88.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Brandt, 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 Brandt, South Dakota?
Brandt, South Dakota has a population of 82 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Brandt, SD?
The median household income in Brandt is $60,625, which is 25% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Brandt, SD?
The poverty rate in Brandt is 12.2%. This means approximately 10 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Brandt, South Dakota?
Brandt's population is 93.9% White, 1.2% Black, 4.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Brandt, SD?
The median home value in Brandt is $80,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.3x.
How educated is Brandt, South Dakota?
9.0% of adults (25+) in Brandt hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.