Gettysburg city, South Dakota Demographics & Population 2026

Population Overview

Gettysburg city is a small community located in South Dakota, within Potter County. The total population is 1,344. It ranks as the 61st most populous out of 439 cities and towns in South Dakota.

Age Demographics

The median age in Gettysburg city is 46.8 years. This is 24% higher than the state median of 37.7 years. 14.8% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Gettysburg city is $59,667. This is 18% lower than the state median of $72,421. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 24% lower. The poverty rate stands at 9.7%. This is 20% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The unemployment rate is 3.0%. This is 1% higher than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $127,000. Housing costs are 46% lower than the state median of $236,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Gettysburg city is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 79.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 68.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Gettysburg city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.7% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 3.5%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (3.5% vs 2.2%).

Education

27.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 13% lower than the state rate of 31.1%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 97.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Gettysburg city, South Dakota is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. 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. For official data, visit data.census.gov.