South Dakota State Data
Connect with Your State Leaders in South Dakota
Meet the key players in South Dakota's state government, including the most prominent elected officials from the executive and legislative branches. These leaders oversee elections, enforce laws, manage state finances, and set the policy agenda for South Dakota.
Larry RhodenGovernorRepublicanThe state's chief executive who implements laws and manages the executive branch.
Steve BarnettSecretary of StateRepublicanOversees statewide elections, business registrations, and key public records.
Jon HansenSpeaker of the HouseRepublicanLeads the lower chamber and controls the flow of legislation and committee assignments.
South Dakota Congressional Delegation — 119th Congress
South Dakota sends 2 Senators and 1 Representative to the 119th Congress (2025-2027). 2 seats are up for election in 2026.
2020 Census & ACS Snapshot
Key statewide indicators for South Dakota. Gauge bars show how this state compares to the national average.
Updated: 2026-04-06 · Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey
Population (2020)
0.9 million
Estimated total residents based on the 2020 Census.
Median Age
37.7 years
1.0 yr below national avg
Median Household Income
$72,421
$6,117 below national avg
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
31.1%
3.9% below national avg
HS diploma or higher: 93.0%
Poverty Rate
12.0%
0.4% below national avg
Uninsured: 9.3%
Broadband Access
88.5% of households
1.2% below national avg
What is the total population of South Dakota?
South Dakota has 0.9 million residents as of the 2020 Census. Explore district-level demographics or find your representatives.
What is the median age in South Dakota?
The median age in South Dakota is 37.7 years. Compare districts on the demographics page.
What is the median household income in South Dakota?
The median household income in South Dakota is $72,421. See how income varies by district on district demographics.
What share of adults in South Dakota have a high school or bachelor's degree?
In South Dakota, 93.0% of adults have a high school diploma or higher, and 31.1% have a bachelor's degree or higher.
What are the poverty and uninsured rates in South Dakota?
In South Dakota, the poverty rate is 12.0% and the uninsured rate is 9.3%.
How many households in South Dakota have broadband?
In South Dakota, broadband access is 88.5% of households. Share of households with a broadband subscription.
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South Dakota Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total population of South Dakota (2020)?
South Dakota has 0.9 million residents as of the 2020 Census.
What is the median age in South Dakota?
The median age in South Dakota is 37.7 years.
What is the median household income in South Dakota?
The median household income in South Dakota is $72,421.
What are the poverty and uninsured rates in South Dakota?
In South Dakota, the poverty rate is 12.0% and the uninsured rate is 9.3%.
How many households in South Dakota have broadband?
In South Dakota, broadband access is 88.5% of households.