County · South Dakota
Todd County, South Dakota
Todd County, South Dakota. Todd County had 8,863 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 4.9% since 2020, while South Dakota grew 5.5%. It holds 11 places (2 cities, villages and boroughs and 9 census-designated) and 2 census tracts. GEOID 46121.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
8,863
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 9,319 · ACS 2020-2024: 9,244
Median household income
$42,075
±$6,515 (90% margin)
South Dakota: $75,081
Median home value
$53,900
±$17,157 (90% margin)
South Dakota: $257,400
Median gross rent
$532
±$71 (90% margin)
South Dakota: $946
How many people live in Todd County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 9,319 residents in Todd County. The Census Bureau estimates 8,863 for July 1, 2025, down 4.9% since 2020, while South Dakota grew 5.5%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 9,244 over 1,389 square miles of land.
| Measure | Todd County | South Dakota | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 9,244 | 907,428 | −951 |
| Households | 2,544±70 | 365,544 | −156 |
| Average household size | 3.57±0.10 | 2.39 | −0.18 |
| Housing units | 2,879±15 | 408,584 | −316 |
Todd County's population since 2000
From 9,050 in 2000 to 8,863 in 2025: down 2.1%. 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 Todd County?
Todd County holds 11 places: 2 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 9 census-designated places. The largest is Rosebud with 1,659 residents (2020-2024). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Rosebud | 1,455 | $55,135 |
|---|---|---|
| Mission | 1,156 | not published |
| AntelopeGEOID 4601740 | 830 | $20,786 |
| ParmeleeGEOID 4648500 | 606 | not published |
| St. Francis | 469 | $42,083 |
| Two StrikeGEOID 4664840 | 282 | $24,315 |
| Sicangu VillageGEOID 4658680 | 276 | not published |
| Spring CreekGEOID 4660500 | 236 | not published |
| White HorseGEOID 4671150 | 234 | $39,609 |
| Soldier CreekGEOID 4659700 | 205 | $2,500 or less |
| OkreekGEOID 4646660 | 190 | 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 Todd County?
The median resident of Todd County is 25.5 years old; 38.8% are under 18 and 7.9% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic American Indian and Alaska Native residents at 81.6%, then non-Hispanic white residents at 8.1%. 2.5% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Todd County | South Dakota | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 25.5±1.0 | 38.0 | +1.7 |
| Under 18 years | 38.8%±1.3 pts | 24.2% | – |
| 65 years and over | 7.9%±0.4 pts | 18.0% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.4% | 4.8% | +1.2 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 8.1%±0.2 pts | 79.8% | no clear change |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.4%±0.4 pts | 2.1% | – |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 3.1%±1.3 pts | 1.4% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 81.6%±1.8 pts | 7.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 4.1%±2.0 pts | 4.4% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.3 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 2.5%±1.3 pts | 4.0% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 39.2%±5.4 pts | 7.1% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 5.3%±2.0 pts | 7.9% | – |
| With a disability | 12.3%±2.3 pts | 12.5% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 22.8%±3.4 pts | 9.0% | −7.4 pts |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 83.5%±4.0 pts | 93.2% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 16.6%±3.2 pts | 31.9% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 4.9%±2.3 pts | 10.0% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 0.7%±0.6 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 Todd County earn?
Half of Todd County's 2,544 households earn less than $42,075 a year (±$6,515), against $75,081 in South Dakota. In 2015-2019 the median was $29,944 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $12,131 after inflation. 48.4% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Todd County | South Dakota | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $42,075±$6,515 | $75,081 | +$12,131 |
| Mean household income | $54,343±$7,583 | $98,527 | – |
| Per capita income | $15,388±$2,100 | $40,550 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 48.4%±6.6 pts | 11.9% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 57.3%±9.5 pts | 14.3% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 40.2%±6.2 pts | 7.9% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 75.2%±5.1 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 Todd County?
Owners occupy 46.3% of Todd County's occupied homes and renters 53.7%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $53,900 by its owner (±$17,157). The median renter pays $532 a month including utilities, and 23.3% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Todd County | South Dakota | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $53,900±$17,157 | $257,400 | +$21,902 |
| Median gross rent | $532±$71 | $946 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 23.3%±7.4 pts | 30.4% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,121±$214 | $1,680 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 46.3%±5.5 pts | 68.6% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 2,879±15 | 408,584 | −316 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.0%±2.1 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 4.2%±2.0 pts | 6.0% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 64.2%±4.7 pts | 66.9% | – |
| Mobile homes | 14.8%±3.5 pts | 7.2% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.0%±0.9 pts | 2.3% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 6.2%±2.6 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 Todd County building?
Builders took permits for 0 new housing units across Todd County in 2025 (0 single-family), 0.0 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 Todd County get to work?
76.0% of Todd County's workers drive alone and 3.6% work from home. The average trip to work takes 16.7 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 18.7%.
| Measure | Todd County | South Dakota | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 50.1%±5.0 pts | 67.2% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 18.7%±5.1 pts | 2.9% | +11.4 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 76.0%±5.2 pts | 77.0% | – |
| Carpooled | 14.2%±4.1 pts | 8.3% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.0%±1.0 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Walked | 5.5%±3.1 pts | 3.1% | – |
| Worked from home | 3.6%±2.2 pts | 9.7% | no clear change |
| Mean travel time to work | 16.7 min±3.1 | 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 Todd County's census tracts?
Todd County is divided into 2 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $39,476 (Tract 9402) to $43,818 (Tract 9401).
| Tract 940146121940100 | 4,170±481 | $43,818 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 940246121940200 | 5,074±481 | $39,476 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Todd County compare with South Dakota's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 20th of 66 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 63rd of 66 |
| Residents per square mile | 28th of 66 |
| Median household income | 64th of 66 |
| Median home value | 65th of 66 |
| Median gross rent | 62nd of 65 |
| Poverty rate | 2nd of 65 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 62nd of 66 |
| Median age | 64th 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
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