Haakon County, South Dakota Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Haakon County is located in South Dakota with a total population of 1,708. It is the 61st most populous county out of 66 in South Dakota. The county encompasses 2 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Haakon County is 47.1 years. This is 25% higher than the state median of 37.7 years. 14.6% 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 Haakon County is $59,231. This is 18% lower than the state median of $72,421. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 25% lower. The poverty rate stands at 8.2%. This is 32% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The unemployment rate is 0.0%. This is 100% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $153,200. Housing costs are 35% lower than the state median of $236,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Haakon County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 82.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% higher than the state average of 68.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

Haakon County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.3% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 1.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 4.6%.

Education

19.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 37% 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 96.9%.