Draper, South Dakota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Draper, South Dakota had a total population of 20, the 409th largest town in South Dakota, with a median household income of $66,250, which is 12% 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
Draper Quick Facts
How Draper 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 | 20 | 20 | +0.0% |
| Median household income | $68,750 | $66,250 | -3.6% |
How Draper 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+)
Draper Rankings in South Dakota
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Other Cities in Jones County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murdo | 599 | $67,045 | 21.7% | $132,400 |
Cities Similar to Draper
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prairie City | 20 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Vilas | 21 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Pembrook Colony | 19 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Dolton | 21 | $63,929 | $160,600 | 0.0% | 4.8% |
| Crocker | 22 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 20, Draper'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
Draper is a small community located in South Dakota, within Jones County. The total population is 20. It ranks as the 409th most populous out of 439 Census-designated places in South Dakota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Draper is 20.5 years. This is 46% lower than the state median of 38.0 years. With 50.0% of the population under 18, Draper has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Draper is $66,250. This is 12% lower than the state median of $75,081. It is also 18% lower than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Draper. 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 Draper, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 75.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 68.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Draper is White (non-Hispanic), making up 60.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (10.0% vs 4.8%).
Education
20.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 37% 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 70.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Draper, 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 Draper, South Dakota?
Draper, South Dakota has a population of 20 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Draper, SD?
The median household income in Draper is $66,250, which is 18% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Draper, SD?
The ACS sample for Draper 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 Draper, South Dakota?
Draper's population is 60.0% White, 0.0% Black, 10.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Draper, SD?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Draper — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Draper, South Dakota?
20.0% of adults (25+) in Draper hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.