Campbell County, South Dakota Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Campbell County is located in South Dakota with a total population of 1,481. It is the 62nd most populous county out of 66 in South Dakota. The county encompasses 4 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Campbell County is 52.4 years. This is 39% higher than the state median of 37.7 years. 14.6% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Campbell County is $65,000. This is 10% lower than the state median of $72,421. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 17% lower. The poverty rate stands at 8.5%. This is 30% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The unemployment rate is 3.4%. This is 14% higher than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $87,900. Housing costs are 63% lower than the state median of $236,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Campbell County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 68.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

Campbell County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.9%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 1.4%.

Education

29.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 5% lower than the state rate of 31.1%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.5%.