Okreek, South Dakota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Okreek, South Dakota had a total population of 195, the 240th largest community in South Dakota. The poverty rate is 66.1%.
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 (66.1%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Okreek Quick Facts
How Okreek 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 | 157 | 195 | +24.2% |
How Okreek Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
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+)
Okreek Rankings in South Dakota
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Other Cities in Todd County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rosebud | 1,659 | $55,135 | 38.2% | $81,300 |
| Mission | 1,539 | N/A | 44.0% | $65,900 |
| Antelope | 706 | $20,786 | 72.2% | N/A |
| St. Francis | 593 | $42,083 | 34.1% | N/A |
| Parmelee | 584 | N/A | 84.9% | N/A |
| Spring Creek | 330 | N/A | 93.3% | N/A |
| Two Strike | 257 | $24,315 | 49.4% | N/A |
| Sicangu Village | 245 | N/A | 55.5% | N/A |
| White Horse | 238 | $39,609 | 9.7% | $9,999 |
| Soldier Creek | 201 | $2,499 | 84.6% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Okreek
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Egan | 194 | $63,482 | $114,300 | 29.7% | 10.8% |
| Oelrichs | 198 | $73,523 | $71,700 | 25.2% | 17.7% |
| Wessington | 192 | $58,125 | $102,100 | 22.5% | 21.3% |
| Hazel | 199 | $117,250 | $145,800 | 20.6% | 1.0% |
| Mellette | 199 | $106,964 | $201,000 | 20.0% | 10.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 195, Okreek'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
Okreek is a small community located in South Dakota, within Todd County. The total population is 195. It ranks as the 240th most populous out of 439 Census-designated places in South Dakota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Okreek is 18.9 years. This is 50% lower than the state median of 38.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 66.1%. This is 454% 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. The survey records no unemployed residents in Okreek, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 30.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 55% lower than the state average of 68.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Education
22.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 29% lower 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.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Okreek, 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 Okreek, South Dakota?
Okreek, South Dakota has a population of 195 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Okreek, SD?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Okreek — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Okreek, SD?
The poverty rate in Okreek is 66.1%. This means approximately 129 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Okreek, South Dakota?
Okreek's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Okreek, SD?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Okreek — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Okreek, South Dakota?
22.6% of adults (25+) in Okreek hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.