Piedmont, South Dakota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Piedmont, South Dakota had a total population of 981, the 79th largest city in South Dakota, with a median household income of $53,866, which is 28% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.0%.
Piedmont Quick Facts
How Piedmont 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 | 956 | 981 | +2.6% |
| Median household income | $52,730 | $53,866 | +2.2% |
| Median home value | $290,100 | $324,200 | +11.8% |
How Piedmont 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+)
Piedmont Rankings in South Dakota
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Other Cities in Meade County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sturgis | 7,086 | $54,404 | 9.2% | $271,200 |
| Summerset | 3,022 | $119,271 | 8.6% | $368,300 |
| Blackhawk | 2,934 | $71,993 | 1.8% | $273,300 |
| Wonderland Homes | 745 | $86,932 | 0.0% | $264,900 |
| Blucksberg Mountain | 692 | $89,500 | 4.3% | $328,900 |
| Faith | 297 | $47,083 | 14.1% | $151,000 |
Cities Similar to Piedmont
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agency Village | 980 | $50,625 | $257,100 | 7.2% | 27.3% |
| Alcester | 989 | $57,000 | $125,800 | 20.3% | 12.4% |
| Martin | 947 | $54,063 | $103,900 | 37.5% | 17.5% |
| Viborg | 958 | $51,944 | $156,700 | 18.5% | 18.7% |
| Britton | 988 | $62,898 | $110,200 | 32.5% | 9.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 981, Piedmont'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
Piedmont is a small community located in South Dakota, within Meade County. The total population is 981. It ranks as the 79th most populous out of 439 Census-designated places in South Dakota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Piedmont is 43.9 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 38.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Piedmont is $53,866. This is 28% lower than the state median of $75,081. It is also 33% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.3%. This is 38% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 1.0%. This is 67% lower than the state rate of 2.9%. The median home value is $324,200. Housing costs are 26% higher than the state median of $257,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.0x. 86.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% higher than the state average of 68.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Piedmont has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.0% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 2.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 4.8%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 1.4%.
Education
17.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 44% lower than the state rate of 31.9%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 97.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Piedmont, 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 Piedmont, South Dakota?
Piedmont, South Dakota has a population of 981 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Piedmont, SD?
The median household income in Piedmont is $53,866, which is 33% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Piedmont, SD?
The poverty rate in Piedmont is 7.3%. This means approximately 72 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Piedmont, South Dakota?
Piedmont's population is 92.0% White, 2.5% Black, 1.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Piedmont, SD?
The median home value in Piedmont is $324,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.0x.
How educated is Piedmont, South Dakota?
17.8% of adults (25+) in Piedmont hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.