Mission city, South Dakota
Mission city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Mission city is a geographic entity located in Todd County, South Dakota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,539. The land area covers 0.59 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,539 | ±355 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 24.9 yrs | ±3.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 464 | ±108 | 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 | 528 | ±108 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 464 | ±108 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 64 | ±22 |
| Median Home Value | $65,900 | ±$16,806 |
| Median Gross Rent | $432 | ±$107 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | Suppressed | — |
| Per Capita Income | $16,666 | ±$3,490 |
| Poverty Rate | 44% | ±8.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 676 | ±200 |
| Unemployment Rate | 26.5% | ±7.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 461 | ±155 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 67.2% | ±9.9% |
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 MISSION
GUS Population: 1,135 (2024)
ID: 187491
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: FINANCE OFFICER
PO BOX 337, MISSION SD 57555-0337
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COUNTY OF TODD
GUS Population: 9,172 (2024)
ID: 211852
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATOR
315 LINCOLN ST, MISSION SD 57555
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Education School Mission | KG-12 | Mission, SD | |
| Alternative School Mission | 09-12 | Mission, SD | |
| Alternative School Mission | 06-08 | Mission, SD | |
| Regular School Mission | KG-05 | Mission, SD | |
| Regular School Mission | 09-12 | Mission, SD | |
| Regular School Mission | 06-08 | Mission, SD | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | East Todd Township, SD | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | O'Kreek, SD | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Rosebud, SD | |
| 3 Nearby | 3-13 | SAINT FRANCIS, 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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Sinte Gleska University
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College | 2.0 mi away | E. Highway 18, 101 Antelope Lake Circle, Mission, SD, 57555-0105 |
6058568100
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SINTE GLESKA UNIVERSITY LIBRARY
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Library | 1.0 mi away | HIGHWAY 18 EAST, MAIN CAMPUS, MISSION, SD, 57555 |
(605) 856-8112
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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 MISSION, SD US, located 0.3 miles from Mission city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34.2° | 11.6° | 22.9° | 0.48" | 7.2" |
| February | 37.5° | 13.9° | 25.7° | 0.67" | 7.5" |
| March | 47.8° | 22.8° | 35.3° | 1.12" | 7.1" |
| April | 57.4° | 32.3° | 44.9° | 2.50" | 5.7" |
| May | 68.4° | 44.0° | 56.2° | 3.38" | 0.1" |
| June | 79.4° | 54.8° | 67.1° | 3.68" | 0.0" |
| July | 87.4° | 60.9° | 74.1° | 2.61" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.8° | 58.5° | 72.2° | 1.80" | 0.0" |
| September | 77.1° | 48.4° | 62.8° | 1.75" | 0.0" |
| October | 61.6° | 34.9° | 48.2° | 1.69" | 1.2" |
| November | 47.7° | 23.3° | 35.5° | 0.68" | 6.1" |
| December | 37.0° | 14.2° | 25.6° | 0.56" | 6.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Antelope CDP | CDP | 1.6 mi | — |
| White Horse CDP | CDP | 3.2 mi | — |
| Rosebud CDP | CDP | 9.1 mi | — |
| Soldier Creek CDP | CDP | 12.0 mi | — |
| Two Strike CDP | CDP | 13.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 4612142940. • 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.