Burbank, South Dakota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Burbank, South Dakota had a total population of 110, the 291st largest community in South Dakota, with a median household income of $27,941, which is 63% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 63% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Burbank Quick Facts
How Burbank 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 | 159 | 110 | -30.8% |
How Burbank 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 35 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Burbank Rankings in South Dakota
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Other Cities in Clay County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vermillion | 11,878 | $50,456 | 24.4% | $219,000 |
| Wakonda | 399 | $61,250 | 20.1% | $107,100 |
| Meckling | 69 | $44,200 | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Burbank
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glendale Colony | 112 | N/A | N/A | 15.2% | 8.9% |
| Nisland | 109 | $26,979 | $87,100 | 0.0% | 12.8% |
| Clearfield Colony | 106 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 100.0% |
| Jamesville Colony | 101 | N/A | N/A | 74.2% | 37.1% |
| Maverick Junction | 123 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 12.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 110, Burbank'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
Burbank is a small community located in South Dakota, within Clay County. The total population is 110. It ranks as the 291st most populous out of 439 Census-designated places in South Dakota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Burbank is 35.5 years. This is 7% lower than the state median of 38.0 years. Only 9.1% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Burbank is $27,941. This is 63% lower than the state median of $75,081. It is also 65% lower than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Burbank. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The survey records no unemployed residents in Burbank, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 20.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 71% lower than the state average of 68.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Burbank is White (non-Hispanic), making up 49.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 49.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (49.1% vs 4.8%).
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 83.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Burbank, 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 Burbank, South Dakota?
Burbank, South Dakota has a population of 110 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Burbank, SD?
The median household income in Burbank is $27,941, which is 65% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Burbank, SD?
The ACS sample for Burbank recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Burbank, South Dakota?
Burbank's population is 49.1% White, 0.0% Black, 49.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Burbank, SD?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Burbank — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Burbank, South Dakota?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Burbank hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.