Mitchell, South Dakota

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
15,656
Population
$51,763
Median Income
$168,400
Home Value
39.3
Median Age

Demographics

Mitchell has a population of 15,656 with a median age of 39.3. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
90.4%
Hispanic
4.2%
Other
3.8%
Asian
1.1%
Demographic Value
Total Population15,656
Median Age39.3
White90.4%
Black or African American0.5%
Asian1.1%
Hispanic or Latino4.2%
Other / Two or More Races3.8%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Mitchell is $51,763, which is 31.1% below the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $32,423. The poverty rate is 17.6%.

$51,763
Median Household Income
$32,423
Per Capita Income
17.6%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Mitchell is 1.7%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Mitchell, 91.3% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 24.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4.9% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
91.3%
Bachelor's+
24.8%
Graduate+
4.9%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher91.3%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher24.8%
Graduate or Professional Degree4.9%

Housing

The median home value in Mitchell is $168,400, below the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $761. The homeownership rate is 59.3%.

$168,400
Median Home Value
$761/mo
Median Rent
59.3%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$168,400
Median Monthly Rent$761
Homeownership Rate59.3%
Vacancy Rate11.7%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Mitchell, South Dakota?
The population of Mitchell, South Dakota is 15,656 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Mitchell, South Dakota?
The median household income in Mitchell, South Dakota is $51,763. This is 31.1% below the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Mitchell, South Dakota?
The median home value in Mitchell, South Dakota is $168,400. The median monthly rent is $761.
What percentage of people in Mitchell have a college degree?
In Mitchell, South Dakota, 24.8% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 91.3% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Mitchell, South Dakota an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Mitchell, South Dakota is 3.3x (median home value $168,400 vs. median income $51,763), making it relatively affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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