Pollock town, South Dakota Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Pollock town, South Dakota Demographics
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Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 1.2x is exceptionally low

As of 2026, Pollock town, South Dakota has a total population of 274, the 207th largest city in South Dakota, with a median household income of $67,019, which is 7% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.0%.

Key Takeaways

Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.2x.

Pollock town Quick Facts

Population 274

Median Household Income $67,019

Median Home Value $80,900

Poverty Rate 12.0%

Unemployment Rate 3.7%

Median Age 49.0 years

Homeownership Rate 76.3%

Affordability Ratio 1.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 29.2%

High School Graduation Rate 97.2%

Diversity Index 19/100

Population 274 207th of 439

Median Income $67,019 above average

Poverty Rate 12.0% 3% lower national

Median Home Value $80,900 bottom 30%

How Pollock town Compares

Median Household Income

Pollock town

$67,019

$72,421

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Pollock town

$80,900

$236,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 18.0%

$25K-$50K 13.7%

$50K-$100K 30.2%

$100K+ 38.1%

Employment

3.7% Unemployment Rate State: 3.0% | National: 5.2%

72.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 76.3%

Renter 23.7%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

1.2x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

19.3%

18-34

6.9%

35-54

32.1%

55-74

31.8%

75+

9.8%

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+)

Pollock town Rankings in South Dakota

#207 Population of 439

#129 Median Income of 439

#82 Education of 439

#233 Home Value of 439

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Other Cities in Campbell County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Herreid city	549	$68,611	2.4%	$87,400
Mound City town	97	$43,750	36.1%	$27,900
Artas town	10	N/A	50.0%	N/A

Cities Similar to Pollock town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Soldier Creek CDP	271	N/A	N/A	9.3%	91.9%
Pukwana town	276	$61,750	$119,600	18.4%	3.3%
Florence town	289	$69,531	$137,500	6.4%	11.3%
Hosmer city	249	$65,179	$52,700	38.9%	12.0%
Toronto town	272	$53,750	$90,000	5.6%	2.9%

Population Overview

Pollock town is a small community located in South Dakota, within Campbell County. The total population is 274. It ranks as the 207th most populous out of 439 cities and towns in South Dakota.

Age Demographics

The median age in Pollock town is 49.0 years. This is 30% higher than the state median of 37.7 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Pollock town is $67,019. This is 7% lower than the state median of $72,421. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 15% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.0%. This is about average than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. The unemployment rate is 3.7%. This is 23% higher than the state rate of 3.0%. The median home value is $80,900. Housing costs are 66% lower than the state median of $236,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.2x, Pollock town is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 68.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

Pollock town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.2%.

Education

29.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 6% 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 97.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Pollock 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 Pollock town, South Dakota?

Pollock town, South Dakota has a population of 274 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Pollock town, SD?

The median household income in Pollock town is $67,019, which is 15% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Pollock town, SD?

The poverty rate in Pollock town is 12.0%. This means approximately 33 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Pollock town, South Dakota?

Pollock town's population is 89.8% White, 0.0% Black, 6.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Pollock town, SD?

The median home value in Pollock town is $80,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.2x.

How educated is Pollock town, South Dakota?

29.2% of adults (25+) in Pollock town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.