Henry town, South Dakota Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Henry town, South Dakota Demographics
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As of 2026, Henry town, South Dakota has a total population of 246, the 217th largest city in South Dakota, with a median household income of $27,254, which is 62% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 3.7%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 62% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 3.7% — among the lowest in South Dakota.
Only 2.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.3%.

Henry town Quick Facts

Population 246

Median Household Income $27,254

Median Home Value $85,100

Poverty Rate 3.7%

Unemployment Rate 2.3%

Median Age 61.8 years

Homeownership Rate 88.7%

Affordability Ratio 3.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 2.5%

High School Graduation Rate 93.6%

Diversity Index 0/100

Population 246 217th of 439

Median Income $27,254 bottom 10%

Poverty Rate 3.7% 71% lower national

Median Home Value $85,100 below average

How Henry town Compares

Median Household Income

Henry town

$27,254

$72,421

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Henry town

$85,100

$236,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 12.6%

$25K-$50K 57.2%

$50K-$100K 21.4%

$100K+ 8.8%

Employment

2.3% Unemployment Rate State: 3.0% | National: 5.2%

40.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 88.7%

Renter 11.3%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

14.6%

18-34

6.9%

35-54

18.7%

55-74

54.9%

75+

4.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 33 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Henry town Rankings in South Dakota

#217 Population of 439

#337 Median Income of 439

#364 Education of 439

#222 Home Value of 439

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Other Cities in Codington County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Watertown city	22,859	$62,721	10.7%	$212,300
Florence town	289	$69,531	11.3%	$137,500
South Shore town	232	$56,667	26.3%	$82,800
Kranzburg town	174	$60,625	10.3%	$123,300
Wallace town	67	$53,750	3.0%	$85,600

Cities Similar to Henry town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Soldier Creek CDP	271	N/A	N/A	9.3%	91.9%
Eden town	206	N/A	N/A	38.4%	1.5%
Monroe town	239	$37,031	$46,500	14.4%	21.5%
Horse Creek CDP	205	N/A	N/A	0.0%	97.6%
Hecla city	204	N/A	$47,100	5.8%	9.3%

Population Overview

Henry town is a small community located in South Dakota, within Codington County. The total population is 246. It ranks as the 217th most populous out of 439 cities and towns in South Dakota.

Age Demographics

The median age in Henry town is 61.8 years. This is 64% higher than the state median of 37.7 years. Only 14.6% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Henry town is $27,254. This is 62% lower than the state median of $72,421. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 65% lower. The poverty rate stands at 3.7%. This is 70% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 2.3%. This is 25% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $85,100. Housing costs are 64% lower than the state median of $236,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 88.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 29% higher than the state average of 68.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

Henry town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 100.0% of all residents.

Education

2.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 92% 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 93.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Henry town, 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Henry town, South Dakota?

Henry town, South Dakota has a population of 246 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Henry town, SD?

The median household income in Henry town is $27,254, which is 65% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Henry town, SD?

The poverty rate in Henry town is 3.7%. This means approximately 9 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Henry town, South Dakota?

Henry town's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Henry town, SD?

The median home value in Henry town is $85,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

How educated is Henry town, South Dakota?

2.5% of adults (25+) in Henry town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.