Tripp, South Dakota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Tripp, South Dakota had a total population of 574, the 139th largest city in South Dakota, with a median household income of $59,167, which is 21% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.1x.
Tripp Quick Facts
How Tripp 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 | 563 | 574 | +2.0% |
| Median household income | $57,727 | $59,167 | +2.5% |
| Median home value | $68,000 | $66,300 | -2.5% |
How Tripp 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+)
Tripp Rankings in South Dakota
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Other Cities in Hutchinson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkston | 1,874 | $70,139 | 7.5% | $157,100 |
| Freeman | 1,565 | $57,440 | 20.9% | $164,200 |
| Menno | 653 | $65,833 | 9.0% | $111,500 |
| Tschetter Colony | 148 | N/A | 84.1% | N/A |
| Dimock | 104 | $92,500 | 3.9% | $187,500 |
| Kaylor | 80 | N/A | 6.3% | $75,300 |
| Old Elm Spring Colony | 75 | N/A | 48.8% | N/A |
| Olivet | 63 | $60,417 | 4.8% | N/A |
| New Elm Spring Colony | 37 | N/A | 100.0% | N/A |
| Milltown | 4 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Tripp
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parmelee | 584 | N/A | N/A | 9.3% | 84.9% |
| Philip | 571 | $56,635 | $182,100 | 15.9% | 15.6% |
| Wanblee | 534 | N/A | N/A | 7.9% | 53.4% |
| Dupree | 557 | $53,958 | $66,200 | 10.2% | 27.5% |
| Wall | 622 | $58,984 | $164,800 | 25.4% | 8.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 574, Tripp'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
Tripp is a small community located in South Dakota, within Hutchinson County. The total population is 574. It ranks as the 139th most populous out of 439 Census-designated places in South Dakota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Tripp is 48.8 years. This is 28% higher than the state median of 38.0 years. 11.7% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Tripp is $59,167. This is 21% lower than the state median of $75,081. It is also 27% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.3%. This is 37% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Tripp, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $66,300. Housing costs are 74% lower than the state median of $257,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.1x, Tripp is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 67.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% lower than the state average of 68.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Tripp has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.2%.
Education
20.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 37% 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 79.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Tripp, 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 Tripp, South Dakota?
Tripp, South Dakota has a population of 574 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Tripp, SD?
The median household income in Tripp is $59,167, which is 27% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Tripp, SD?
The poverty rate in Tripp is 16.3%. This means approximately 88 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Tripp, South Dakota?
Tripp's population is 93.0% White, 0.0% Black, 5.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Tripp, SD?
The median home value in Tripp is $66,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.1x.
How educated is Tripp, South Dakota?
20.0% of adults (25+) in Tripp hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.