
South Dakota
State in United States
South Dakota has a land area of 75,789.6 square miles and a water area of 1,306.0 square miles. It is the 16th largest state by area. South Dakota is bordered by North Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, Montana, Minnesota, and Wyoming.
Population and People
Total Population
895,376Data from Census Bureau
Average Age
37.6 YearData from Census Bureau
Senior Population (65 years and older)
157,883Data from Census Bureau
Veterans
8.1%Data from Census Bureau
Income and Poverty
Median Household Income
$85,450Data from Census Bureau
Poverty
19.4%Data from Census Bureau
Employment and Labor Force
Total Eligible Employment Population
695,981Data from Census Bureau
Unemployed
1.9%Data from Census Bureau
Housing
Housing Units
356,887Data from Census Bureau
Median Gross Rent (in dollars)
$830Data from Census Bureau
Gross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: Less Than 30% Household Income
65.0%Data from Census Bureau
Gross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: 30% or More of Household Income
35.0%Data from Census Bureau
Median Home Price (in dollars)
$219,900Data from Census Bureau
Renter Rate
109,257Data from Census Bureau
Homeownership Rate
247,630Data from Census Bureau
Health
Disabled
12.4%Data from Census Bureau
The Department of Housing and Urban Development is on its mission to provide decent and affordable housing to Americans with low-income. Within the United States there are 10 different geographical regions that HUD has been divided into. Depending on where your state is located you would be zoned to one of these Regional Offices. To find your Regional office: Affordable Housing411 Regional Office Page.
Within these Regional Offices zones there are 54 different Field Offices. Again, depending on your location you will be zoned to a particular Field Office. To Find Your Field Office visit: Affordable Housing411 Field Offices Page.
Lastly locally there are almost 4,000 Local Housing Authorities Offices. To find your local office visit: Affordable Housing411 Public Housing Authority Page
Each State or area can have different income limits and eligibility requirements. We recommend you contact your local housing authority for specific income guidelines.
The State of South Dakota is located in Denver Regional Office. Within South Dakota there are . Throughout South Dakota there are 35 Public Housing Authority Offices.
We at Affordable Housing 411, have gathered all the contact information for all of HUD’s Offices. We want to be an advocate for those in need of affordable housing.
CONTACT HUD: SOUTH DAKOTA
For general questions about HUD or its programs contact our office in Sioux Falls.
For questions about FHA loans or programs, contact our FHA Resource Center:
- Find the answer online
- Email us
- Call toll-free (800) CALL-FHA (800-225-5342)
- TTY: (800) 877-8339 or dial 7-1-1 (Not available in all areas.)
For questions about HUD rental programs, including Housing Choice (Section 8) Vouchers, contact our Public and Indian Housing (PIH) Information Resource Center:
- Email us
- Call toll-free (800) 955-2232
- TTY: (800) 877-8339 or dial 7-1-1 (Not available in all areas.)
FIELD OFFICES HUD: SOUTH DAKOTA
REGIONAL OFFICE HUD: SOUTH DAKOTA
TANF OFFICE HUD: SOUTH DAKOTA
LIHEAP OFFICE HUD: SOUTH DAKOTA
LIHWAP OFFICE HUD: SOUTH DAKOTA
RENTAL HELP: SOUTH DAKOTA
Subsidized Apartments
HUD helps apartment owners offer reduced rents to low-income tenants. To apply, contact or visit the management office of each apartment building that interests you.
Public Housing and Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
To apply for either type of help, visit your local Public Housing Agency (PHA).
Some PHAs have long waiting lists, so you may want to apply at more than one PHA. Your PHA can also give you a list of locations at which your voucher can be used.
For questions about HUD rental programs, including Housing Choice (Section 8) Vouchers, contact our Public and Indian Housing (PIH) Information Resource Center:
- Email us
- Call toll-free (800) 955-2232
Need advice?
- Contact a housing counseling agency
- HUD Resource Locator– search for HUD offices, public housing agencies, multifamily and public housing locations and homeless coordinated entry system points of contacts
HOMEOWNERSHIP: SOUTH DAKOTA
Owning a home is a big part of the American Dream. Here are some resources that can help you buy, maintain and keep your home.
Getting Started
- Housing counseling agencies – free or low-cost counseling services for buying, renting, defaults, foreclosures, credit issues and reverse mortgages
- Predatory lending – beware if you’re buying or refinancing your home; don’t become a victim of unfair lending practices
- Education
- South Dakota Housing Development Authority – housing education and finance programs
Buying a Home
- Affordable Housing Solutions – non-assisted affordable housing for people with limited incomes
- Assistance programs – resources and programs to help you buy and maintain your home
- HUD homes for sale
- Homeownership vouchers – some public housing agencies help you become a homeowner through the Housing Choice Voucher Homeownership Program
- Native American homeownership
- U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development – housing programs for people living in rural communities
- Veterans Affairs (VA) properties for sale
Owning and Maintaining Your Home
- Avoid foreclosure – don’t lose your home
- Home repairs – money for home improvements and repairs
- Make your home more energy efficient
Population by Age Range in South Dakota
Age and Sex
37.6 +/- 0.3
Median Age in South Dakota

Age and Sex
37.6 +/- 0.3
Median Age in South Dakota
38.8 +/- 0.1
Median Age in United States
Population by Age Range in South Dakota
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Older Population by Age Range in South Dakota
Older Population
17.60 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in South Dakota

Older Population
17.60 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in South Dakota
16.8 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in United States
Older Population by Age in South Dakota
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Veterans in South Dakota
Veterans
8.10 +/- 0.5
Veterans in South Dakota

Veterans
8.10 +/- 0.5
Veterans in South Dakota
6.4 +/- 0.1
Veterans in United States
Veterans in South Dakota
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Median Household Income in South Dakota
Median Household Income
$66,143 +/- $2,258
Median Household Income in South Dakota

Median Household Income
$66,143 +/- $2,258
Median Household Income in South Dakota
$69,717 +/- $134
Median Household Income in United States
Median Household Income in South Dakota
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Poverty in South Dakota
Poverty
12.30 +/- 0.8
Poverty in South Dakota

Poverty
12.30 +/- 0.8
Poverty in South Dakota
12.8 +/- 0.1
Poverty in United States
Poverty in South Dakota
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Educational Attainment in South Dakota
Educational Attainment
31.70 +/- 1.1
Educational Attainment in South Dakota

Educational Attainment
31.70 +/- 1.1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in South Dakota
35.0 +/- 0.1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in United States
Educational Attainment in South Dakota
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Employment and Labor Force Status in South Dakota
Employment rate
64.20% +/- 0.8%
Employment rate in South Dakota

Employment rate
64.20% +/- 0.8%
Employment rate in South Dakota
58.6% +/- 0.1%
Employment rate in United States
HUD MAILING LISTS: SOUTH DAKOTA

CPD Formula Grantees (CDBG, HOME, ESG, HOPWA, NSP, HTF) Mailing list to communicate with Region VIII CPD formula grantee staff (CDBG, HOME, ESG, HOPWA, NSP, HTF) regarding programmatic updates, training, and other announcements.
CPD Homeless Assistance and Continuum of Care (CoC) Grantees Mailing list to communicate with Region VIII CPD Continuum of Care (CoC) homeless providers regarding programmatic updates, training, and other announcements.
News Releases Press partners: Stay informed about what HUD is doing in your state.
Northern Plains Office of Native American Programs News This list will be used to distribute Northern Plains Office of Native American Programs news, updates, funding notices, training notices, and program guidances.
Sioux Falls HUD Customers Receive HUD Field Office Newsletters, announcements and periodic updates.
South Dakota Multifamily Owners and Management Agents This mailing list will distribute guidance and information to owners and management agents in South Dakota.
Affordable Housing Types
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Government Assistance Programs
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Government Assistance Offices
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Last Updated: August 23, 2023