Maverick Junction, South Dakota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Maverick Junction, South Dakota had a total population of 123, the 280th largest community in South Dakota. The poverty rate is 12.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Maverick Junction Quick Facts
How Maverick Junction Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 21 | 123 | +485.7% |
How Maverick Junction Compares
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Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 35 | National average: 61
Education
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Other Cities in Fall River County
Cities Similar to Maverick Junction
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cresbard | 122 | $41,875 | N/A | 25.0% | 4.1% |
| Yale | 122 | $62,917 | $151,700 | 6.7% | 15.6% |
| Dante | 120 | $106,250 | $170,800 | 31.0% | 5.8% |
| Fairfax | 119 | $72,656 | $62,100 | 19.8% | 5.9% |
| Peever Flats | 119 | $60,375 | N/A | 70.3% | 9.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 123, Maverick Junction's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Maverick Junction is a small community located in South Dakota, within Fall River County. The total population is 123. It ranks as the 280th most populous out of 439 Census-designated places in South Dakota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Maverick Junction is 41.1 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 38.0 years. With 42.3% of the population under 18, Maverick Junction has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 12.2%. This is 2% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Maverick Junction, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 54.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% lower than the state average of 68.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Maverick Junction was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Maverick Junction, South Dakota is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. 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. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Maverick Junction, South Dakota?
Maverick Junction, South Dakota has a population of 123 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Maverick Junction, SD?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Maverick Junction — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Maverick Junction, SD?
The poverty rate in Maverick Junction is 12.2%. This means approximately 15 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Maverick Junction, South Dakota?
Maverick Junction's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Maverick Junction, SD?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Maverick Junction — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Maverick Junction, South Dakota?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Maverick Junction hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.