Eagle Butte city, South Dakota
Eagle Butte city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Eagle Butte city is a geographic entity located in Dewey County, South Dakota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 966. The land area covers 0.51 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 966 | ±181 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 26.8 yrs | ±3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 274 | ±51 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 323 | ±51 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 274 | ±51 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 49 | ±17 |
| Median Home Value | $66,700 | ±$44,259 |
| Median Gross Rent | $588 | ±$407 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $69,000 | ±$14,266 |
| Per Capita Income | $21,364 | ±$3,990 |
| Poverty Rate | 15.8% | ±8.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 144 | ±84 |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.5% | ±4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 398 | ±88 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92% | ±7.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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CITY OF EAGLE BUTTE
GUS Population: 1,270 (2024)
ID: 209470
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: MAYOR
PO BOX 150, EAGLE BUTTE SD 57625-0150
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COUNTY OF DEWEY
GUS Population: 5,322 (2024)
ID: 205376
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DEPUTY COUNTY AUDITOR
PO BOX 277, TIMBER LAKE SD 57656-0277
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Education
Listing 8 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Eagle Butte | 09-12 | Eagle Butte, SD | |
| Alternative School Eagle Butte | 05-08 | Eagle Butte, SD | |
| Regular School Eagle Butte | 09-12 | Eagle Butte, SD | |
| Regular School Eagle Butte | 07-08 | Eagle Butte, SD | |
| Regular School Eagle Butte | KG-02 | Eagle Butte, SD | |
| Regular School Eagle Butte | 03-06 | Eagle Butte, SD | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Eagle Butte, SD | |
| 4 Nearby | 3-16 | EAGLE BUTTE, SD |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 2 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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EAGLE BUTTE INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 24276 166TH AIRPORT ROAD, EAGLE BUTTE, SD, 57625 |
(605) 964-3005
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DAKOTA CLUB LIBRARY
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Library | 0.4 mi away | 219 MAIN, EAGLE BUTTE, SD, 57625 |
(605) 964-7661
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at DUPREE 15 SSE, SD US, located 14.5 miles from Eagle Butte city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28.2° | 8.8° | 18.5° | 0.37" | 6.6" |
| February | 32.1° | 11.6° | 21.8° | 0.49" | 7.2" |
| March | 43.6° | 21.7° | 32.6° | 0.87" | 7.1" |
| April | 56.4° | 32.3° | 44.3° | 1.82" | 8.6" |
| May | 67.5° | 44.1° | 55.8° | 3.51" | 0.8" |
| June | 78.1° | 54.3° | 66.2° | 3.43" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.4° | 60.6° | 73.5° | 2.66" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.0° | 58.7° | 72.3° | 1.95" | 0.0" |
| September | 76.1° | 48.6° | 62.4° | 1.37" | 0.0" |
| October | 59.6° | 34.9° | 47.2° | 1.85" | 3.0" |
| November | 44.0° | 22.4° | 33.2° | 0.50" | 4.9" |
| December | 31.9° | 12.6° | 22.2° | 0.50" | 9.1" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle Butte city | City | 0.6 mi | — |
| North Eagle Butte CDP | CDP | 1.4 mi | — |
| Lantry CDP | CDP | 9.5 mi | — |
| Green Grass CDP | CDP | 11.0 mi | — |
| Dupree city | City | 18.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 4604117620. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.