Claremont, South Dakota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Claremont, South Dakota had a total population of 106, the 295th largest town in South Dakota, with a median household income of $46,250, which is 38% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 38% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Claremont Quick Facts
How Claremont 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 | 90 | 106 | +17.8% |
| Median household income | $56,667 | $46,250 | -18.4% |
How Claremont 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+)
Claremont Rankings in South Dakota
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Other Cities in Brown County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberdeen | 28,189 | $64,405 | 13.8% | $217,300 |
| Groton | 1,691 | $89,861 | 4.3% | $190,600 |
| Warner | 512 | $113,750 | 0.4% | $268,100 |
| Prairiewood Village | 474 | $160,625 | 0.0% | $476,700 |
| Hecla | 182 | N/A | 2.8% | $47,100 |
| Columbia | 161 | $58,295 | 4.3% | $96,500 |
| Frederick | 160 | $76,667 | 11.3% | $85,000 |
| Westport | 93 | $58,942 | 0.0% | $101,700 |
| Bath | 91 | $33,750 | 48.4% | N/A |
| Bath Corner | 72 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Claremont
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clearfield Colony | 106 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 100.0% |
| Jamesville Colony | 101 | N/A | N/A | 74.2% | 37.1% |
| Glendale Colony | 112 | N/A | N/A | 15.2% | 8.9% |
| Akaska | 104 | $40,625 | $91,700 | 36.1% | 31.7% |
| Naples | 96 | N/A | $106,300 | 0.0% | 53.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 106, Claremont'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
Claremont is a small community located in South Dakota, within Brown County. The total population is 106. It ranks as the 295th most populous out of 439 Census-designated places in South Dakota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Claremont is 40.5 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 38.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Claremont is $46,250. This is 38% lower than the state median of $75,081. It is also 43% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.4%. This is 21% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Claremont, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 94.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 38% higher than the state average of 68.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Claremont has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.7%.
Education
24.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% 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 97.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Claremont, 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 Claremont, South Dakota?
Claremont, South Dakota has a population of 106 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Claremont, SD?
The median household income in Claremont is $46,250, which is 43% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Claremont, SD?
The poverty rate in Claremont is 9.4%. This means approximately 10 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Claremont, South Dakota?
Claremont's population is 93.4% White, 0.0% Black, 5.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Claremont, SD?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Claremont — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Claremont, South Dakota?
24.1% of adults (25+) in Claremont hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.