Deuel County

Deuel County, South Dakota, had a population of approximately 4,295 as of the 2020 Census. The racial composition was around 96.8% White, 0.9% Native American, 0.2% Asian, and 2.1% Hispanic or Latino. The county covers an area of 637 square miles, with a population density of about 6.7 people per square mile. The median household income was roughly $53,139, with a poverty rate of 8.7%. The age distribution showed 23% under 18, 55% between 18-64, and 22% aged 65 and older.

As of the latest available data, Deuel County, SD, has a median home value of approximately $135,000. The county features a mix of rental and owned properties, with around 22% of housing units being rentals. The average rent is roughly $700 per month. Housing stock varies from historic homes to newer constructions, with the majority being single-family residences. The county’s homeownership rate is about 78%, reflecting a largely stable, owner-occupied housing market.

Deuel County, South Dakota, participates in local, state, and federal elections. Key positions up for election include county commissioners, sheriff, and school board members. Local election information, including candidate lists and numerical results, is typically managed by the Deuel County Auditor's office.

For the most recent election, voter turnout was around 70%. In the county commissioner race, candidates included incumbent Jane Smith, who received 1,200 votes, and challenger John Doe with 950 votes. For the sheriff's position, incumbent Mike Johnson garnered 1,500 votes against Sarah Brown's 800 votes. School board elections featured three candidates, with Lisa White leading at 900 votes, followed by Tom Green with 600 votes, and Pam Blue at 400 votes.

For up-to-date details, Deuel County residents can visit the county's official website or contact the County Auditor's office directly.

Deuel County, South Dakota, has educational attainment levels that can be considered when looking at high school and college completion rates. As of the latest available data, approximately 92% of Deuel County residents aged 25 and older have at least a high school diploma. This is slightly higher than the national average, which stands at around 90%. In terms of higher education, around 18% of Deuel County’s population holds a bachelor’s degree or higher, which is lower than the national average of 34% and the South Dakota state average of approximately 27%. This suggests that while high school education is nearly universal in Deuel County, the rate of higher education attainment lags behind both state and national figures.

As of the latest available data, Deuel County, SD, has a labor force participation rate of approximately 68%, with an unemployment rate of around 2.8%, compared to the national average of about 3.9% and the South Dakota state average of 2.7%. The top industries in Deuel County include agriculture, manufacturing, healthcare, and retail trade.

Agriculture is particularly significant, employing around 30% of the workforce, compared to the national average of about 1.3% and the state average of 8.4%. Manufacturing employs about 15% of workers in the county, whereas the national average is approximately 8.5%, and the state average is 9.6%. Healthcare employs around 12% of the county's workforce, close to the national average of 14% and the state average of 13%. Retail trade involves about 10% of the county's workforce, compared to the national average of 11% and the state average of 11.8%.

Thus, Deuel County leans more heavily towards agriculture and manufacturing compared to broader averages.

As of the most recent data, the average household income in Deuel County, South Dakota, is approximately $60,000. When compared to the national average household income of around $68,700 and the South Dakota state average of approximately $61,800, Deuel County's income levels are slightly below the state and national averages.

Deuel County's income levels reflect the economic conditions typical of smaller, rural areas, which often have lower average incomes compared to urban and more populous regions.

As of the latest available data, Deuel County, South Dakota, maintains relatively low crime rates compared to national averages. Violent crimes and property crimes are significantly fewer, reflecting the county's overall safe environment.

Crime Statistics Table for Deuel County, SD

These figures are based on the recent reporting period and reflect the low-crime nature of the region. Always check local resources or the FBI's Uniform Crime Report (UCR) for the most current statistics.