Minnehaha County

As of the 2020 Census, Minnehaha County, SD, had a population of approximately 197,214. The racial composition was 84.6% White, 5.1% African American, 2.9% Native American, 2.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 2.6% from other races, and 2.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino individuals comprised 5.6% of the population. The median household income was around $63,548, with a poverty rate of about 9.8%. The population was spread across various age groups, with 25.4% under 18, and 12.8% 65 or older.

As of the latest data in 2023, Minnehaha County, SD has a median home price of approximately $265,000. The median rent is around $950 per month. Homeownership rates stand at roughly 67%, and rental vacancy rates hover near 6%. The county experienced a population growth of 1.5% per year, contributing to a steady increase in housing demand and prices. Housing stock consists of a mix of single-family homes, apartments, and townhouses, with a focus on suburban and rural settings.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, local real estate listings, Zillow.

Minnehaha County, South Dakota, holds elections for various local, state, and federal offices. The county's major cities, including Sioux Falls, drive significant voter turnout.

In the most recent general election, the county recorded approximately 125,000 registered voters. Voter turnout consistently ranges between 70-80% in presidential election years and 50-60% in midterm elections.

Key 2022 races included:

1. U.S. Senate: Incumbent Senator John Thune (R) against challengers.
2. U.S. House at-large: Representative Dusty Johnson (R) seeking re-election.
3. Governor: Kristi Noem (R) faced competitors.
4. Local races: County Commission, State Legislative seats, and various judicial roles.

The Minnehaha County Auditor’s Office oversees election administration, ensuring adherence to state election laws and voter registration protocols. Voters also consider multiple ballot measures reflecting local and state policy questions.

For detailed candidate lists and results, visit the Minnehaha County official website or contact the County Auditor’s Office directly.

Minnehaha County, SD, exhibits educational attainment levels that are relatively high. As of the latest data, approximately 94.6% of adults have a high school diploma or higher, compared to the national average of around 88%. For higher education, 31.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is slightly lower than the national average of approximately 34%. When compared to the state of South Dakota as a whole, where around 92.9% have completed high school and 29.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, Minnehaha County performs better in both measures. These statistics indicate a well-educated populace in Minnehaha County, surpassing both state and national averages in high school graduation rates and holding its own in college degree attainment.

As of the most recent data, Minnehaha County, SD, has a robust employment market. Key statistics include an employment rate of approximately 63%, with a low unemployment rate of about 2.5%. The labor force participation rate in the county is 71.7%.

Top industries in Minnehaha County include healthcare and social assistance, retail trade, manufacturing, and educational services. Specifically, healthcare and social assistance employ around 14,500 individuals, while the retail trade and manufacturing sectors employ approximately 12,000 and 10,000 people, respectively.

Comparatively, the national unemployment rate is slightly higher at 3.8%, and South Dakota as a whole has an unemployment rate of around 2.7%. Employment in Minnehaha’s top industries is consistent with national trends, where healthcare, retail, and manufacturing are also among the largest employment sectors, though the local manufacturing sector has a slightly higher employment rate than the national average of around 8.5%.

As of the latest available data, Minnehaha County, South Dakota, has a median household income of approximately $64,057. In comparison, the median household income in South Dakota is around $59,533, while the national median is about $68,703. This data highlights that Minnehaha County's median income is higher than the state average but slightly below the national average.

These income figures underscore the relatively strong economic position of Minnehaha County within the state context but show a slight lag when compared to the broader national context.

As of the latest available data, Minnehaha County, SD, has a varied crime rate. Here's a summary in a table format:

Minnehaha County's crime rate can provide insights for both residents and policymakers. Aktionen have been taken to address and reduce these incidents, aiming to enhance community safety.