Canova, South Dakota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Canova, South Dakota had a total population of 159, the 258th largest town in South Dakota, with a median household income of $63,125, which is 16% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 21.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Canova Quick Facts
How Canova 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 | 140 | 159 | +13.6% |
| Median household income | $58,000 | $63,125 | +8.8% |
How Canova Compares
Median Household Income
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Household Income Distribution
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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+)
Canova Rankings in South Dakota
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Other Cities in Miner County
Cities Similar to Canova
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horse Creek | 162 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 96.9% |
| Geddes | 158 | $60,000 | $88,100 | 21.0% | 3.8% |
| Badger | 162 | $65,000 | $70,000 | 8.6% | 3.7% |
| Whitehorse | 162 | $59,250 | N/A | 0.0% | 32.1% |
| Columbia | 161 | $58,295 | $96,500 | 32.2% | 4.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 159, Canova'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
Canova is a small community located in South Dakota, within Miner County. The total population is 159. It ranks as the 258th most populous out of 439 Census-designated places in South Dakota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Canova is 49.2 years. This is 29% higher than the state median of 38.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Canova is $63,125. This is 16% lower than the state median of $75,081. It is also 22% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 21.4%. This is 80% 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 Canova, 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
Canova has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.9% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 3.1%.
Education
18.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 42% 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 97.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Canova, 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 Canova, South Dakota?
Canova, South Dakota has a population of 159 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Canova, SD?
The median household income in Canova is $63,125, which is 22% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Canova, SD?
The poverty rate in Canova is 21.4%. This means approximately 30 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Canova, South Dakota?
Canova's population is 96.9% White, 3.1% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Canova, SD?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Canova — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Canova, South Dakota?
18.5% of adults (25+) in Canova hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.