Hutchinson County, South Dakota Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Hutchinson County is located in South Dakota with a total population of 7,393. It is the 24th most populous county out of 66 in South Dakota. The county encompasses 6 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Hutchinson County is 41.6 years. This is 10% higher than the state median of 37.7 years. 10.1% 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 Hutchinson County is $74,459. This is 3% higher than the state median of $72,421. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 5% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.0%. This is 17% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The unemployment rate is 2.0%. This is 33% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $160,500. Housing costs are 32% lower than the state median of $236,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Hutchinson County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 68.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

Hutchinson County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.6%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 2.2%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 1.4%.

Education

25.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 17% 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 93.1%.