Hyde County, South Dakota Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Hyde County is located in South Dakota with a total population of 1,305. It is the 64th most populous county out of 66 in South Dakota. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Hyde County is 50.9 years. This is 35% higher than the state median of 37.7 years. 12.1% 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 Hyde County is $74,279. 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 8.2%. This is 32% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The unemployment rate is 2.6%. This is 14% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $134,500. Housing costs are 43% lower than the state median of $236,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x, Hyde County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 82.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% higher than the state average of 68.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

Hyde County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.5%) is well below the state average of 4.6%.

Education

21.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 32% 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 89.7%.