Rockham town, South Dakota Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Rockham town, South Dakota Demographics
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Lowest PovertyLowest poverty rate in South Dakota

As of 2026, Rockham town, South Dakota has a total population of 27, the 401st largest city in South Dakota, with a median household income of N/A. The poverty rate is 0.0%.

Key Takeaways

An exceptionally low poverty rate of 0.0% — among the lowest in South Dakota.
Unemployment rate of 44.4% is notably above the national average.

Rockham town Quick Facts

Population 27

Median Household Income N/A

Median Home Value N/A

Poverty Rate 0.0%

Unemployment Rate 44.4%

Median Age 42.8 years

Homeownership Rate 100.0%

Affordability Ratio N/A

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 14.3%

High School Graduation Rate 100.0%

Diversity Index 13/100

Population 27 401st of 439

Median Income N/A

Poverty Rate 0.0% 100% lower national

Median Home Value N/A

How Rockham town Compares

Median Household Income

$72,421

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

$236,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 0.0%

$25K-$50K 0.0%

$50K-$100K 66.7%

$100K+ 33.3%

Employment

44.4% Unemployment Rate State: 3.0% | National: 5.2%

42.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 100.0%

Renter 0.0%

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.2%

18-34

11.1%

35-54

44.4%

55-74

14.8%

75+

7.4%

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+)

Rockham town Rankings in South Dakota

#401 Population of 439

N/A Median Income of 439

#272 Education of 439

N/A Home Value of 439

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Other Cities in Faulk County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Faulkton city	627	$68,672	7.9%	$100,000
Cresbard town	110	$45,625	10.9%	N/A
Chelsea town	57	$158,542	0.0%	N/A
Sherman town	55	$46,875	3.6%	$91,000
Orient town	54	$41,389	16.7%	$38,800
Seneca town	26	$40,750	19.2%	$28,500
Onaka town	23	N/A	100.0%	N/A

Cities Similar to Rockham town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Seneca town	26	$40,750	$28,500	0.0%	19.2%
Caputa CDP	29	N/A	N/A	0.0%	0.0%
Mansfield CDP	29	N/A	$95,000	0.0%	0.0%
Winfred CDP	29	N/A	N/A	13.8%	0.0%
Lane town	25	$95,833	N/A	10.0%	0.0%

Population Overview

Rockham town is a small community located in South Dakota, within Faulk County. The total population is 27. It ranks as the 401st most populous out of 439 cities and towns in South Dakota.

Age Demographics

The median age in Rockham town is 42.8 years. This is 14% higher than the state median of 37.7 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The poverty rate stands at 0.0%. This is 100% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 44.4%. This is 1381% higher than the state rate of 3.0%. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 46% higher than the state average of 68.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

Rockham town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.6% of all residents.

Education

14.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 54% 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 100.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Rockham 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 Rockham town, South Dakota?

Rockham town, South Dakota has a population of 27 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Rockham town is N/A, which is the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Rockham town, SD?

The poverty rate in Rockham town is 0.0%. This means approximately 0 residents live below the federal poverty line.

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

Rockham town's population is 92.6% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Rockham town is N/A.

How educated is Rockham town, South Dakota?

14.3% of adults (25+) in Rockham town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.