New Elm Spring Colony, South Dakota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, New Elm Spring Colony, South Dakota had a total population of 37, the 388th largest community in South Dakota. The poverty rate is 100.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (100.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- 100.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in South Dakota.
New Elm Spring Colony Quick Facts
How New Elm Spring Colony 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 | 40 | 37 | -7.5% |
How New Elm Spring Colony Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
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
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
New Elm Spring Colony Rankings in South Dakota
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Other Cities in Hutchinson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkston | 1,874 | $70,139 | 7.5% | $157,100 |
| Freeman | 1,565 | $57,440 | 20.9% | $164,200 |
| Menno | 653 | $65,833 | 9.0% | $111,500 |
| Tripp | 574 | $59,167 | 16.3% | $66,300 |
| Tschetter Colony | 148 | N/A | 84.1% | N/A |
| Dimock | 104 | $92,500 | 3.9% | $187,500 |
| Kaylor | 80 | N/A | 6.3% | $75,300 |
| Old Elm Spring Colony | 75 | N/A | 48.8% | N/A |
| Olivet | 63 | $60,417 | 4.8% | N/A |
| Milltown | 4 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to New Elm Spring Colony
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orland Colony | 37 | N/A | N/A | 33.3% | 0.0% |
| Rockham | 37 | $137,083 | $88,300 | 30.4% | 0.0% |
| Ree Heights | 38 | $74,196 | $18,100 | 8.3% | 0.0% |
| Spring Lake Colony | 35 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 48.6% |
| Swift Bird | 35 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 37, New Elm Spring Colony'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
New Elm Spring Colony is a small community located in South Dakota, within Hutchinson County. The total population is 37. It ranks as the 388th most populous out of 439 Census-designated places in South Dakota.
Age Demographics
100.0% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 100.0%. This is 738% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in New Elm Spring Colony 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
100.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places New Elm Spring Colony in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 213% higher than the state rate of 31.9%. 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. Notably, 100.0% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for New Elm Spring Colony, 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 New Elm Spring Colony, South Dakota?
New Elm Spring Colony, South Dakota has a population of 37 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in New Elm Spring Colony, SD?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for New Elm Spring Colony — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in New Elm Spring Colony, SD?
The poverty rate in New Elm Spring Colony is 100.0%. This means approximately 37 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of New Elm Spring Colony, South Dakota?
New Elm Spring Colony's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in New Elm Spring Colony, SD?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for New Elm Spring Colony — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is New Elm Spring Colony, South Dakota?
100.0% of adults (25+) in New Elm Spring Colony hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 100.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.