Forestburg, South Dakota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Forestburg, South Dakota had a total population of 113, the 287th largest community in South Dakota, with a median household income of $125,083, which is 67% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 67% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in South Dakota.
Forestburg Quick Facts
How Forestburg 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 | 40 | 113 | +182.5% |
| Median household income | $62,500 | $125,083 | +100.1% |
How Forestburg 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+)
Forestburg Rankings in South Dakota
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Other Cities in Sanborn County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woonsocket | 759 | $56,765 | 7.0% | $80,800 |
| Letcher | 171 | $81,042 | 24.0% | $102,100 |
| Artesian | 148 | $61,806 | 8.1% | $87,500 |
| Upland Colony | 30 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Forestburg
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glendale Colony | 112 | N/A | N/A | 15.2% | 8.9% |
| Clearfield Colony | 106 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 100.0% |
| Richland | 107 | $130,417 | $208,300 | 29.6% | 0.0% |
| Maverick Junction | 123 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 12.2% |
| Jamesville Colony | 101 | N/A | N/A | 74.2% | 37.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 113, Forestburg'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
Forestburg is a small community located in South Dakota, within Sanborn County. The total population is 113. It ranks as the 287th most populous out of 439 Census-designated places in South Dakota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Forestburg is 40.4 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 38.0 years. Only 9.7% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Forestburg is $125,083. This is 67% higher than the state median of $75,081. It is also 55% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.6%. This is 11% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Forestburg, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 91.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 33% higher than the state average of 68.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Forestburg was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
27.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 15% lower than the state rate of 31.9%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample. Notably, 22.7% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Forestburg, 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 Forestburg, South Dakota?
Forestburg, South Dakota has a population of 113 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Forestburg, SD?
The median household income in Forestburg is $125,083, which is 55% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Forestburg, SD?
The poverty rate in Forestburg is 10.6%. This means approximately 12 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Forestburg, South Dakota?
Forestburg's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Forestburg, SD?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Forestburg — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Forestburg, South Dakota?
27.3% of adults (25+) in Forestburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 22.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.