Charles Mix County, South Dakota Demographics 2026

Name: Charles Mix County, South Dakota Demographics
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Charles Mix County, South Dakota has a population of 9,281, the 19th most populous county in South Dakota. The median household income is $64,038 and the median home value is $170,600. The poverty rate is 24.0%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Charles Mix County Quick Facts

Population 9,281

Median Household Income $64,038

Median Home Value $170,600

Poverty Rate 24.0%

Unemployment Rate 5.9%

Median Age 36.0 years

Homeownership Rate 72.3%

Affordability Ratio 2.7x

Bachelor's Degree+ 25.7%

High School Graduation 91.0%

Cities/Places 9

Population 9,281 19th of 66

Median Income $64,038 15% lower than state

Poverty Rate 24.0%

Unemployment 5.9%

How Charles Mix County 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	9,281	9,281	+0.0%
Median household income	$64,850	$64,038	-1.3%
Median home value	$169,200	$170,600	+0.8%

Median Household Income

Charles Mix

$64,038

$75,081

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Charles Mix

$170,600

$257,400

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 20.6%

$25K-$50K 18.8%

$50K-$100K 31.5%

$100K+ 29.1%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

5.9%

$10K-$15K

7.0%

$15K-$20K

4.3%

$20K-$25K

3.5%

$25K-$30K

4.1%

$30K-$35K

3.6%

$35K-$40K

3.2%

$40K-$45K

2.9%

$45K-$50K

5.0%

$50K-$60K

7.2%

$60K-$75K

9.5%

$75K-$100K

14.7%

$100K-$125K

9.2%

$125K-$150K

5.1%

$150K-$200K

8.5%

$200K+

6.3%

Employment

5.9% Unemployment Rate State: 2.9%|National: 5.2%

61.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 72.3%

Renter 27.7%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.7x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $704/mo 13.2% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

30.7%

18-34

18.0%

35-54

19.9%

55-74

22.9%

75+

8.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 35 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Cities & Places in Charles Mix County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Wagner	1,529	$47,462	15.7%	$136,000
Platte	1,161	$72,700	14.7%	$179,200
Lake Andes	901	$47,500	36.2%	$58,800
Marty	305	$18,693	77.4%	N/A
Pickstown	275	$87,188	12.0%	$287,500
Geddes	158	$60,000	3.8%	$88,100
Dante	120	$106,250	5.8%	$170,800
Clearfield Colony	106	N/A	100.0%	N/A
Ravinia	45	$19,688	46.7%	$77,500

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Population Overview

Charles Mix County is located in South Dakota with a total population of 9,281. It is the 19th most populous county out of 66 in South Dakota. The county encompasses 9 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Charles Mix County is 36.0 years. This is 5% lower than the state median of 38.0 years. With 30.7% of the population under 18, Charles Mix County has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Charles Mix County is $64,038. This is 15% lower than the state median of $75,081. It is also 21% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 24.0%. This is 102% 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 unemployment rate is 5.9%. This is 100% higher than the state rate of 2.9%. The median home value is $170,600. Housing costs are 34% lower than the state median of $257,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Charles Mix County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 72.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 68.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Charles Mix County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 63.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.9%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 2.1%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 1.4%.

Education

25.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 20% 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 91.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All figures for Charles Mix County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against South Dakota and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Charles Mix County, South Dakota?

Charles Mix County has a population of 9,281, making it the 19th most populous county in South Dakota.

What is the median income in Charles Mix County?

The median household income in Charles Mix County is $64,038 with a poverty rate of 24.0%.

How many cities are in Charles Mix County, South Dakota?

Charles Mix County contains 9 Census-designated places.