Davison County

As of the 2020 census, Davison County, SD, had a population of approximately 19,956 residents. The racial composition was predominantly White (93.2%), with small percentages of Native American (1.8%), Asian (1.2%), Black or African American (1.1%), and other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race made up 2.5%. The county had 8,403 households, with an average household size of 2.27 and a median age of 39.3 years. The median household income was around $55,000, with about 12.4% of the population living below the poverty line.

As of the latest data, Davison County, SD has a median home value of approximately $160,000. The median rent is around $700 per month. Homeownership rate stands at about 70%, with a vacancy rate of roughly 10%. The county features a population density of around 37 people per square mile and the average household size is 2.4 persons. Housing units total approximately 9,600, with a median year built of 1973.

Davison County, South Dakota conducts local, state, and federal elections. As of the last general election in November 2022, turnout was 68%. Local offices up for election included County Commissioners and Sheriff. In federal races, Republican incumbent Dusty Johnson won the South Dakota at-large congressional seat with 67% of the vote, while Democrats gained 30%.

For the gubernatorial race, incumbent Republican Kristi Noem was re-elected, securing 62%. Other local elections included school board members and city council seats, featuring various candidates. Specific numerical values, such as vote counts, change by election cycle and can be obtained from the Davison County Auditor’s Office or official election websites.

Local ballot measures, if any, are also included in each election cycle and vary. Residents can participate in early voting or vote on Election Day at designated polling places throughout the county.

As of the latest available data, Davison County, SD, showcases a relatively educated population. The percentage of residents aged 25 and older with at least a high school diploma is approximately 91%, which is slightly above the national average of around 88%. When it comes to higher education, about 27% of Davison County's residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of approximately 33%.

In the context of South Dakota, Davison County is fairly representative. Statewide, approximately 92% of residents have completed high school, and around 28% have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.

These figures indicate that Davison County maintains education levels close to both state and national averages, with slight variations that reflect broader regional trends.

As of recent data, Davison County, South Dakota, reports an unemployment rate of about 2.8%, lower than the national average of approximately 3.9% and the state average of 2.7%. Employment in the county spans various sectors. Key industries include manufacturing, retail trade, education, and health services. Manufacturing employs around 17% of the workforce, notably higher than the national average of about 8.4% and state average of 11.2%. Retail trade employs 14%, comparable to national and state levels. Education and health services employ roughly 22%, well above the national average of 16% and the state average of 17%. Other significant sectors are agriculture, construction, and tourism, reflecting South Dakota's economic profile. Employment in government and public administration also contributes notably to the local job market.

As of the latest data, Davison County, SD, has a median household income of approximately $55,240. In comparison, the median household income for South Dakota is about $59,533, and the national median household income stands at around $68,703. This means Davison County's median income is lower than both the state and national averages.

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As of the latest available data, Davison County, SD has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. Below is a summary of the annual crime statistics:

These numbers are subject to fluctuation and should be checked against the latest police and FBI reports for the most current information.