County · South Dakota
Miner County, South Dakota
Miner County, South Dakota. Miner County had 2,281 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 0.7% since 2020, while South Dakota grew 5.5%. It holds 24 places (4 cities, villages and boroughs, 16 towns and townships and 4 census-designated) and 1 census tract. GEOID 46097.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
2,281
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 2,298 · ACS 2020-2024: 2,300
Median household income
$76,140
±$5,254 (90% margin)
South Dakota: $75,081
Median home value
$142,600
±$29,098 (90% margin)
South Dakota: $257,400
Median gross rent
$644
±$79 (90% margin)
South Dakota: $946
How many people live in Miner County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 2,298 residents in Miner County. The Census Bureau estimates 2,281 for July 1, 2025, down 0.7% since 2020, while South Dakota grew 5.5%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 2,300 over 570 square miles of land.
| Measure | Miner County | South Dakota | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 2,300 | 907,428 | +89 |
| Households | 932±56 | 365,544 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.40±0.14 | 2.39 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 1,180±48 | 408,584 | −163 |
Miner County's population since 2000
From 2,884 in 2000 to 2,281 in 2025: down 20.9%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Miner County?
Miner County holds 24 places: 4 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places), 16 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government) and 4 census-designated places. The largest is Howard with 838 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Howard | 848 | $60,313 |
|---|---|---|
| Clearwater TownshipGEOID 4609712700 | 212 | $109,954 |
| Howard Township, Miner CountyGEOID 4609730500 | 159 | not published |
| CarthageGEOID 4610220 | 127 | $46,875 |
| Adams Township, Miner CountyGEOID 4609700300 | 117 | $74,519 |
| Henden TownshipGEOID 4609728060 | 100 | $75,781 |
| CanovaGEOID 4609420 | 89 | $63,125 |
| Vermillion Township, Miner CountyGEOID 4609766780 | 85 | $135,476 |
| Rock Creek TownshipGEOID 4609755380 | 78 | $153,929 |
| Canova TownshipGEOID 4609709460 | 70 | $71,875 |
| Clinton TownshipGEOID 4609712980 | 65 | $75,066 |
| Roswell TownshipGEOID 4609756460 | 58 | $125,417 |
| Grafton TownshipGEOID 4609725060 | 49 | not published |
| Belleview TownshipGEOID 4609704500 | 48 | $69,028 |
| Green Valley TownshipGEOID 4609726020 | 43 | not published |
| Beaver TownshipGEOID 4609704100 | 41 | not published |
| Carthage TownshipGEOID 4609710260 | 34 | not published |
| VilasGEOID 4667340 | 29 | not published |
| FedoraGEOID 4621340 | 26 | $75,526 |
| Miner TownshipGEOID 4609742740 | 23 | not published |
| Redstone TownshipGEOID 4609753860 | 23 | not published |
| Cloverleaf ColonyGEOID 4613010 | 16 | not published |
| RoswellGEOID 4656420 | 8 | not published |
| Shannon ColonyGEOID 4658332 | 1 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Miner County?
The median resident of Miner County is 48.4 years old; 21.9% are under 18 and 25.9% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 96.0%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 1.3%.
| Measure | Miner County | South Dakota | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 48.4±3.7 | 38.0 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 21.9%±1.8 pts | 24.2% | – |
| 65 years and over | 25.9%±2.3 pts | 18.0% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.3%±1.1 pts | 4.8% | – |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 96.0%±1.4 pts | 79.8% | no clear change |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.7%±0.6 pts | 2.1% | – |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.3 pts | 1.4% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.7%±0.6 pts | 7.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±1.1 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 1.1%±0.8 pts | 4.4% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±1.1 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 0.1%±0.2 pts | 4.0% | – |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 1.3%±1.1 pts | 7.1% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 5.8%±1.5 pts | 7.9% | – |
| With a disability | 15.9%±3.3 pts | 12.5% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 5.9%±2.5 pts | 9.0% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 94.6%±1.9 pts | 93.2% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 16.7%±4.1 pts | 31.9% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 4.2%±1.9 pts | 10.0% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 2.9%±1.6 pts | 3.2% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Miner County earn?
Half of Miner County's 932 households earn less than $76,140 a year (±$5,254), against $75,081 in South Dakota. In 2015-2019 the median was $65,116 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $11,024 after inflation. 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Miner County | South Dakota | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $76,140±$5,254 | $75,081 | +$11,024 |
| Mean household income | $112,618±$28,845 | $98,527 | – |
| Per capita income | $48,168±$13,918 | $40,550 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 11.2%±4.0 pts | 11.9% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 14.6%±9.2 pts | 14.3% | – |
| Households receiving SNAP | 6.9%±3.3 pts | 7.9% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 82.9%±4.8 pts | 89.6% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Miner County?
Owners occupy 84.8% of Miner County's occupied homes and renters 15.2%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $142,600 by its owner (±$29,098). The median renter pays $644 a month including utilities.
| Measure | Miner County | South Dakota | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $142,600±$29,098 | $257,400 | +$47,837 |
| Median gross rent | $644±$79 | $946 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 19.2%±12.7 pts | 30.4% | – |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,357±$72 | $1,680 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 84.8%±4.7 pts | 68.6% | +8.1 pts |
| Housing units | 1,180±48 | 408,584 | −163 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.0%±3.1 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 0.0%±16.1 pts | 6.0% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 90.6%±4.2 pts | 66.9% | – |
| Mobile homes | 1.9%±2.5 pts | 7.2% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.4%±1.3 pts | 2.3% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 37.3%±6.0 pts | 15.8% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Miner County building?
Builders took permits for 4 new housing units across Miner County in 2025 (4 single-family), 1.8 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Miner County get to work?
75.3% of Miner County's workers drive alone and 9.8% work from home. The average trip to work takes 25.2 minutes.
| Measure | Miner County | South Dakota | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 63.3%±3.8 pts | 67.2% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 0.3%±0.5 pts | 2.9% | – |
| Drove alone to work | 75.3%±5.7 pts | 77.0% | – |
| Carpooled | 10.1%±4.4 pts | 8.3% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.0%±2.1 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Walked | 1.3%±1.0 pts | 3.1% | – |
| Worked from home | 9.8%±4.2 pts | 9.7% | no clear change |
| Mean travel time to work | 25.2 min±6.7 | 17.8 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Miner County's census tracts?
Miner County is a single census tract.
| Tract 961646097961600 | 2,300 | $76,140 |
|---|
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Miner County compare with South Dakota's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 55th of 66 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 48th of 66 |
| Residents per square mile | 40th of 66 |
| Median household income | 18th of 66 |
| Median home value | 47th of 66 |
| Median gross rent | 52nd of 65 |
| Poverty rate | 30th of 65 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 61st of 66 |
| Median age | 7th of 66 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
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