Spring Lake Colony, South Dakota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Spring Lake Colony, South Dakota had a total population of 35, the 391st largest community in South Dakota. The poverty rate is 48.6%.
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 (48.6%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Spring Lake Colony Quick Facts
How Spring Lake Colony 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 | 38 | 35 | -7.9% |
How Spring Lake Colony Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Employment
People & Demographics
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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+)
Spring Lake Colony Rankings in South Dakota
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Other Cities in Kingsbury County
Cities Similar to Spring Lake Colony
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swift Bird | 35 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Oak Lane Colony | 34 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Winfred | 34 | N/A | N/A | 14.7% | 0.0% |
| New Elm Spring Colony | 37 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 100.0% |
| Orland Colony | 37 | N/A | N/A | 33.3% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 35, Spring Lake Colony'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
Spring Lake Colony is a small community located in South Dakota, within Kingsbury County. The total population is 35. It ranks as the 391st most populous out of 439 Census-designated places in South Dakota.
Age Demographics
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 48.6%. This is 307% 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 Spring Lake Colony, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Spring Lake Colony was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 0.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Spring Lake Colony, 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 Spring Lake Colony, South Dakota?
Spring Lake Colony, South Dakota has a population of 35 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Spring Lake Colony, SD?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Spring Lake Colony — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Spring Lake Colony, SD?
The poverty rate in Spring Lake Colony is 48.6%. This means approximately 17 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Spring Lake Colony, South Dakota?
Spring Lake Colony's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Spring Lake Colony, SD?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Spring Lake Colony — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Spring Lake Colony, South Dakota?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Spring Lake Colony hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.