County · South Dakota
Tripp County, South Dakota
Tripp County, South Dakota. Tripp County had 5,708 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 1.4% since 2020, slower than South Dakota (+5.5%). It holds 48 places (3 cities, villages and boroughs, 43 towns and townships and 2 census-designated) and 2 census tracts. GEOID 46123.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
5,708
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 5,624 · ACS 2020-2024: 5,611
Median household income
$58,987
±$5,357 (90% margin)
South Dakota: $75,081
Median home value
$132,900
±$24,168 (90% margin)
South Dakota: $257,400
Median gross rent
$820
±$145 (90% margin)
South Dakota: $946
How many people live in Tripp County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 5,624 residents in Tripp County. The Census Bureau estimates 5,708 for July 1, 2025, up 1.4% since 2020, slower than South Dakota (+5.5%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 5,611 over 1,612 square miles of land.
| Measure | Tripp County | South Dakota | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 5,611 | 907,428 | +153 |
| Households | 2,258±128 | 365,544 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.39±0.14 | 2.39 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 2,762±14 | 408,584 | −344 |
Tripp County's population since 2000
From 6,430 in 2000 to 5,708 in 2025: down 11.2%. 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 Tripp County?
Tripp County holds 48 places: 3 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places), 43 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government) and 2 census-designated places. The largest is Winner with 2,969 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Winner | 2,921 | $47,381 |
|---|---|---|
| Lamro TownshipGEOID 4612335700 | 455 | $119,375 |
| ColomeGEOID 4613300 | 331 | $51,000 |
| Ideal TownshipGEOID 4612331260 | 148 | not published |
| Wilson Township, Tripp CountyGEOID 4612372060 | 124 | $130,357 |
| Black TownshipGEOID 4612305700 | 111 | not published |
| Pleasant View Township, Tripp CountyGEOID 4612351100 | 105 | $133,201 |
| Colome TownshipGEOID 4612313340 | 103 | $67,917 |
| IdealGEOID 4631220 | 86 | not published |
| Stewart TownshipGEOID 4612361660 | 77 | $75,096 |
| Star Prairie TownshipGEOID 4612361380 | 62 | not published |
| King TownshipGEOID 4612334060 | 57 | $250,000 or more |
| New WittenGEOID 4645100 | 54 | $38,603 |
| Brunson TownshipGEOID 4612307900 | 50 | not published |
| Jordan TownshipGEOID 4612332980 | 49 | $74,219 |
| Lake Township, Tripp CountyGEOID 4612335060 | 49 | $51,354 |
| McNeely TownshipGEOID 4612340100 | 44 | $86,106 |
| Wortman TownshipGEOID 4612372860 | 43 | not published |
| Plainview TownshipGEOID 4612349940 | 42 | not published |
| Willow Creek TownshipGEOID 4612371860 | 41 | $56,429 |
| Elliston TownshipGEOID 4612318860 | 41 | not published |
| Valley Township, Tripp CountyGEOID 4612366220 | 41 | not published |
| Rosedale Township, Tripp CountyGEOID 4612356100 | 39 | not published |
| Rames TownshipGEOID 4612352820 | 37 | $23,750 |
| Sully TownshipGEOID 4612362140 | 36 | $88,580 |
| Condon TownshipGEOID 4612313780 | 35 | not published |
| Weaver TownshipGEOID 4612369660 | 35 | not published |
| Millboro TownshipGEOID 4612342420 | 34 | not published |
| Roseland TownshipGEOID 4612356260 | 34 | not published |
| Carter TownshipGEOID 4612310180 | 33 | not published |
| Irwin TownshipGEOID 4612332100 | 33 | not published |
| Curlew TownshipGEOID 4612315020 | 31 | not published |
| Lincoln Township, Tripp CountyGEOID 4612337700 | 29 | not published |
| Dog Ear TownshipGEOID 4612316780 | 27 | not published |
| Star Valley Township, Tripp CountyGEOID 4612361500 | 25 | not published |
| Pleasant Valley Township, Tripp CountyGEOID 4612350980 | 23 | $83,906 |
| Keyapaha TownshipGEOID 4612333780 | 23 | not published |
| Bull Creek TownshipGEOID 4612308420 | 21 | not published |
| Taylor Township, Tripp CountyGEOID 4612363060 | 19 | not published |
| Witten TownshipGEOID 4612372380 | 19 | not published |
| HamillGEOID 4626660 | 14 | not published |
| Lone Star TownshipGEOID 4612338580 | 14 | not published |
| Beaver Creek TownshipGEOID 4612304140 | 14 | not published |
| Huggins TownshipGEOID 4612330820 | 14 | not published |
| Holsclaw TownshipGEOID 4612329780 | 12 | not published |
| Banner Township, Tripp CountyGEOID 4612303620 | 11 | not published |
| Lone Tree Township, Tripp CountyGEOID 4612338740 | 10 | not published |
| Greenwood TownshipGEOID 4612326140 | 7 | 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 Tripp County?
The median resident of Tripp County is 45.0 years old; 23.2% are under 18 and 24.6% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 79.9%, then non-Hispanic American Indian and Alaska Native residents at 13.7%. 1.7% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Tripp County | South Dakota | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 45.0±1.9 | 38.0 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 23.2% | 24.2% | – |
| 65 years and over | 24.6%±0.6 pts | 18.0% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.9%±1.5 pts | 4.8% | – |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 79.9%±0.4 pts | 79.8% | −1.0 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.8%±0.9 pts | 2.1% | – |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.4%±0.7 pts | 1.4% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 13.7%±2.7 pts | 7.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.4 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 3.1%±1.6 pts | 4.4% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.2 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 1.7%±1.0 pts | 4.0% | – |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 3.8%±1.7 pts | 7.1% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 4.6%±2.0 pts | 7.9% | – |
| With a disability | 10.7%±2.9 pts | 12.5% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 14.1%±4.2 pts | 9.0% | +7.4 pts |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 88.1%±3.3 pts | 93.2% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 17.7%±3.9 pts | 31.9% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 3.9%±1.9 pts | 10.0% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.2%±1.0 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 Tripp County earn?
Half of Tripp County's 2,258 households earn less than $58,987 a year (±$5,357), against $75,081 in South Dakota. In 2015-2019 the median was $71,036 in 2024 dollars, so it fell by $12,049 after inflation. 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Tripp County | South Dakota | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $58,987±$5,357 | $75,081 | −$12,049 |
| Mean household income | $79,259±$8,681 | $98,527 | – |
| Per capita income | $33,340±$3,596 | $40,550 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 18.4%±4.5 pts | 11.9% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 30.2%±10.7 pts | 14.3% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 10.2%±3.7 pts | 7.9% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 85.2%±4.1 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 Tripp County?
Owners occupy 68.4% of Tripp County's occupied homes and renters 31.6%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $132,900 by its owner (±$24,168). The median renter pays $820 a month including utilities, and 51.3% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Tripp County | South Dakota | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $132,900±$24,168 | $257,400 | no clear change |
| Median gross rent | $820±$145 | $946 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 51.3%±11.7 pts | 30.4% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,320±$189 | $1,680 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 68.4%±5.4 pts | 68.6% | −7.8 pts |
| Housing units | 2,762±14 | 408,584 | −344 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 4.5%±4.6 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 8.7%±7.1 pts | 6.0% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 77.1%±4.4 pts | 66.9% | – |
| Mobile homes | 11.5%±2.9 pts | 7.2% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.9%±1.1 pts | 2.3% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 25.5%±5.5 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 Tripp County building?
Builders took permits for 11 new housing units across Tripp County in 2025 (1 single-family), 1.9 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 Tripp County get to work?
74.5% of Tripp County's workers drive alone and 5.7% work from home. The average trip to work takes 13.8 minutes.
| Measure | Tripp County | South Dakota | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 59.6%±3.2 pts | 67.2% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 1.8%±1.8 pts | 2.9% | – |
| Drove alone to work | 74.5%±4.6 pts | 77.0% | – |
| Carpooled | 7.8%±2.8 pts | 8.3% | – |
| Public transportation | 2.0%±1.8 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Walked | 9.6%±3.3 pts | 3.1% | – |
| Worked from home | 5.7%±2.5 pts | 9.7% | no clear change |
| Mean travel time to work | 13.8 min±2.8 | 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 Tripp County's census tracts?
Tripp County is divided into 2 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $53,810 (Tract 9717) to $64,667 (Tract 9716).
| Tract 971646123971600 | 2,396±144 | $64,667 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 971746123971700 | 3,215±144 | $53,810 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Tripp County compare with South Dakota's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 31st of 66 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 30th of 66 |
| Residents per square mile | 46th of 66 |
| Median household income | 55th of 66 |
| Median home value | 53rd of 66 |
| Median gross rent | 25th of 65 |
| Poverty rate | 14th of 65 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 60th of 66 |
| Median age | 13th 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
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Tripp County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.