Harrisburg city, South Dakota
Harrisburg city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Harrisburg city is a geographic entity located in Lincoln County, South Dakota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 10,405. The land area covers 4.77 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 10,405 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 31.1 yrs | ±1.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,008 | ±193 | 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 | 3,130 | ±206 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,008 | ±193 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 122 | ±123 |
| Median Home Value | $312,200 | ±$26,639 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,362 | ±$67 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $108,724 | ±$12,178 |
| Per Capita Income | $42,229 | ±$4,106 |
| Poverty Rate | 0.5% | ±0.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 43 | ±49 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1% | ±0.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,146 | ±407 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 97.7% | ±2.8% |
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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GUS Population: 10,203 (2024)
ID: 209478
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: FINANCE OFFICER
PO BOX 26, HARRISBURG SD 57032-0026
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GUS Population: 75,244 (2024)
ID: 174996
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
104 N MAIN ST, 30, CANTON SD 57013-1787
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Harrisburg | KG-05 | Harrisburg, SD | |
| Regular School Harrisburg | 09-12 | Harrisburg, SD | |
| Regular School Harrisburg | 06-08 | Harrisburg, SD | |
| Regular School Harrisburg | PK-05 | Harrisburg, SD | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | Sioux Falls, SD | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Sioux Falls, SD | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Sioux Falls, SD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Sioux Falls, SD | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Sioux Falls, SD | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | Sioux Falls, SD |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Augustana University
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College | 6.4 mi away | 2001 S Summit Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, 57197-0001 |
6052745516
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HARRISBURG COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 0.6 mi away | 200 WILLOW STREET, ROOM C100, HARRISBURG, SD, 57032 |
(605) 767-7910
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Kairos University
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College | 6.4 mi away | 2100 S Summit Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, 57105 |
6053366588
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RONNING BRANCH-SIOUXLAND LIBRARIES
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Library | 5.2 mi away | 3100 E 49TH ST, SIOUX FALLS, SD, 57103 |
(605) 367-8140
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University of Sioux Falls
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College | 6.9 mi away | 1101 W 22nd St, Sioux Falls, SD, 57105-1699 |
6053315000
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CAILLE BRANCH-SIOUXLAND LIBRARIES
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Library | 5.8 mi away | 4100 CARNEGIE CIRCLE, SIOUX FALLS, SD, 57106 |
(605) 367-8144
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Sanford Medical Center
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College | 7.2 mi away | 1305 W. 18th Street, Sioux Falls, SD, 57117-5039 |
6053337544
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TEA COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 6.7 mi away | 500 W. BRIAN, TEA, SD, 57064 |
(605) 498-0281
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California Intercontinental University
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College | 7.9 mi away | 101 South Reid Street, Suite 307, Sioux Falls, SD, 57103 |
9493590045
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SIOUXLAND LIBRARIES
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 200 NORTH DAKOTA AVE., SIOUX FALLS, SD, 57117 |
(605) 367-8701
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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 CANTON, SD US, located 10.6 miles from Harrisburg city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.3° | 5.8° | 15.5° | 0.56" | 7.0" |
| February | 30.6° | 10.5° | 20.5° | 0.75" | 8.5" |
| March | 43.7° | 22.0° | 32.8° | 1.31" | 4.7" |
| April | 57.8° | 34.3° | 46.1° | 2.88" | 2.8" |
| May | 69.8° | 46.7° | 58.3° | 4.08" | 0.1" |
| June | 79.8° | 58.2° | 69.0° | 4.66" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.3° | 61.8° | 72.5° | 3.55" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.2° | 59.0° | 69.6° | 2.99" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.6° | 50.3° | 62.0° | 2.90" | 0.0" |
| October | 60.0° | 36.4° | 48.2° | 2.21" | 0.8" |
| November | 43.5° | 23.0° | 33.3° | 1.15" | 4.8" |
| December | 29.4° | 11.3° | 20.3° | 0.77" | 7.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harrisburg city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Shindler CDP | CDP | 4.5 mi | — |
| Tea city | City | 5.8 mi | — |
| Sioux Falls city | City | 7.4 mi | — |
| Worthing city | City | 7.7 mi | — |
| Anderson CDP | CDP | 7.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 4608327260. • 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.