Wall, South Dakota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Wall, South Dakota had a total population of 622, the 130th largest town in South Dakota, with a median household income of $58,984, which is 21% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.8%.
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 1.7%.
Wall Quick Facts
How Wall 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 | 595 | 622 | +4.5% |
| Median household income | $72,784 | $58,984 | -19.0% |
| Median home value | $149,600 | $164,800 | +10.2% |
How Wall 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 35 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Wall Rankings in South Dakota
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Other Cities in Pennington County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rapid City | 77,946 | $70,870 | 12.5% | $299,400 |
| Box Elder | 12,902 | $73,008 | 7.5% | $302,100 |
| Rapid Valley | 6,975 | $83,208 | 4.5% | $255,500 |
| Colonial Pine Hills | 2,609 | $98,696 | 0.2% | $406,500 |
| Green Valley | 1,642 | $81,582 | 1.0% | $280,300 |
| Ashland Heights | 1,105 | $57,353 | 30.7% | $219,600 |
| Hill City | 834 | $95,385 | 2.6% | $286,200 |
| Johnson Siding | 704 | $102,716 | 10.2% | $471,700 |
| New Underwood | 509 | $56,250 | 25.8% | $193,800 |
| Keystone | 336 | $64,702 | 6.9% | $263,900 |
Cities Similar to Wall
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% |
| Tripp | 574 | $59,167 | $66,300 | 20.0% | 16.3% |
| Murdo | 599 | $67,045 | $132,400 | 23.7% | 21.7% |
| Lake Preston | 596 | $52,396 | $130,000 | 13.7% | 17.0% |
| Menno | 653 | $65,833 | $111,500 | 20.5% | 9.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 622, Wall'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
Wall is a small community located in South Dakota, within Pennington County. The total population is 622. It ranks as the 130th most populous out of 439 Census-designated places in South Dakota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Wall is 46.2 years. This is 22% higher than the state median of 38.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Wall is $58,984. 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 8.8%. This is 26% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.9%. The unemployment rate is 1.7%. This is 41% lower than the state rate of 2.9%. The median home value is $164,800. Housing costs are 36% lower than the state median of $257,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Wall is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 81.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 68.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Wall is White (non-Hispanic), making up 66.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 17.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (17.4% vs 4.8%).
Education
25.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 20% 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 98.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Wall, 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 Wall, South Dakota?
Wall, South Dakota has a population of 622 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Wall, SD?
The median household income in Wall is $58,984, which is 27% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Wall, SD?
The poverty rate in Wall is 8.8%. This means approximately 55 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Wall, South Dakota?
Wall's population is 66.9% White, 2.6% Black, 17.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Wall, SD?
The median home value in Wall is $164,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.
How educated is Wall, South Dakota?
25.4% of adults (25+) in Wall hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.