New Witten town, South Dakota Demographics & Population 2026

Name: New Witten town, South Dakota Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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High PovertyPoverty rate of 33.3% is well above the state average

As of 2026, New Witten town, South Dakota has a total population of 66, the 344th largest city in South Dakota, with a median household income of $37,900, which is 48% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 33.3%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 48% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (33.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Only 4.8% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.0%.

New Witten town Quick Facts

Population 66

Median Household Income $37,900

Median Home Value N/A

Poverty Rate 33.3%

Unemployment Rate 0.0%

Median Age 67.5 years

Homeownership Rate 92.3%

Affordability Ratio N/A

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 4.8%

High School Graduation Rate 77.8%

Diversity Index 13/100

Population 66 344th of 439

Median Income $37,900 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 33.3% 168% higher national

Median Home Value N/A

How New Witten town Compares

Median Household Income

New Witten town

$37,900

$72,421

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

$236,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 34.6%

$25K-$50K 55.8%

$50K-$100K 9.6%

$100K+ 0.0%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 3.0% | National: 5.2%

44.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 92.3%

Renter 7.7%

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

4.5%

18-34

0.0%

35-54

13.6%

55-74

78.8%

75+

3.0%

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+)

New Witten town Rankings in South Dakota

#344 Population of 439

#317 Median Income of 439

#349 Education of 439

N/A Home Value of 439

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Other Cities in Tripp County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Winner city	2,900	$47,132	24.8%	$124,000
Colome city	397	$44,167	38.6%	$67,500

Cities Similar to New Witten town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Jamesville Colony CDP	66	N/A	N/A	0.0%	0.0%
Shamrock Colony CDP	65	N/A	N/A	63.9%	36.1%
Kaylor CDP	68	N/A	N/A	42.0%	13.2%
Cow Creek CDP	64	N/A	N/A	22.6%	0.0%
Meckling CDP	64	N/A	N/A	18.2%	0.0%

Population Overview

New Witten town is a small community located in South Dakota, within Tripp County. The total population is 66. It ranks as the 344th most populous out of 439 cities and towns in South Dakota.

Age Demographics

The median age in New Witten town is 67.5 years. This is 79% higher than the state median of 37.7 years. Only 4.5% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in New Witten town is $37,900. This is 48% lower than the state median of $72,421. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 52% lower. The poverty rate stands at 33.3%. This is 178% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 0.0%. This is 100% lower than the state rate of 3.0%. 92.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 34% higher than the state average of 68.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

New Witten town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.4% of all residents.

Education

4.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 85% 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 77.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for New Witten 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 New Witten town, South Dakota?

New Witten town, South Dakota has a population of 66 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in New Witten town, SD?

The median household income in New Witten town is $37,900, which is 52% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in New Witten town, SD?

The poverty rate in New Witten town is 33.3%. This means approximately 22 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of New Witten town, South Dakota?

New Witten town's population is 92.4% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in New Witten town, SD?

The median home value in New Witten town is N/A.

How educated is New Witten town, South Dakota?

4.8% of adults (25+) in New Witten town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.