Mitchell city, South Dakota
Mitchell city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Mitchell city is a geographic entity located in Davison County, South Dakota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 15,756. The land area covers 11.59 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 15,756 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 39.6 yrs | ±1.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7,305 | ±203 | 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 | 7,885 | ±165 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7,305 | ±203 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 580 | ±213 |
| Median Home Value | $192,200 | ±$16,138 |
| Median Gross Rent | $851 | ±$73 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $58,620 | ±$7,441 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,512 | ±$2,753 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.5% | ±3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,853 | ±440 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1% | ±1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 8,590 | ±358 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.7% | ±3.4% |
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: 15,621 (2024)
ID: 212778
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: CITY PLANNER
612 N MAIN ST, MITCHELL SD 57301-2620
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GUS Population: 19,907 (2024)
ID: 134542
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY AUDITOR
200 E 4TH AVE, MITCHELL SD 57301-2692
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Mitchell | KG-08 | Mitchell, SD | |
| Regular School Mitchell | 09-12 | Mitchell, SD | |
| Regular School Mitchell | KG-05 | Mitchell, SD | |
| Regular School Mitchell | 09-12 | Mitchell, SD | |
| Regular School Mitchell | KG-05 | Mitchell, SD | |
| Regular School Mitchell | KG-05 | Mitchell, SD | |
| Regular School Mitchell | KG-08 | Mitchell, SD | |
| Regular School Mitchell | 09-12 | Mitchell, SD | |
| Regular School Mitchell | 06-08 | Mitchell, SD | |
| Regular School Mitchell | KG-08 | Mitchell, SD |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 6 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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AVERA QUEEN OF PEACE
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Hospital | City address association | 525 NORTH FOSTER STREET, MITCHELL, SD, 57301 |
(605) 995-2000
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Dakota Wesleyan University
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College | 2.2 mi away | 1200 W University Ave, Mitchell, SD, 57301-4398 |
6059952600
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MITCHELL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.3 mi away | 221 N DUFF STREET, MITCHELL, SD, 57301 |
(605) 995-8480
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Mitchell Technical College
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College | 3.4 mi away | 1800 E. Spruce Street, Mitchell, SD, 57301 |
6059953025
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PLANKINTON COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 22.0 mi away | 404 E DAVENPORT, PLANKINTON, SD, 57368 |
(605) 942-7600
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PARKSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.2 mi away | 110 W MAIN ST, PARKSTON, SD, 57366 |
(605) 928-7906
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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 MITCHELL MUNI AP, SD US, located 2.7 miles from Mitchell city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28.6° | 9.3° | 19.0° | 0.40" | — |
| February | 32.7° | 13.4° | 23.0° | 0.37" | — |
| March | 45.4° | 24.3° | 34.8° | 0.93" | — |
| April | 58.7° | 35.1° | 46.9° | 2.07" | — |
| May | 70.8° | 47.8° | 59.3° | 3.15" | — |
| June | 81.2° | 58.5° | 69.9° | 3.51" | — |
| July | 86.7° | 63.9° | 75.3° | 2.36" | — |
| August | 83.9° | 60.5° | 72.2° | 3.14" | — |
| September | 76.8° | 51.0° | 63.9° | 2.34" | — |
| October | 61.7° | 37.8° | 49.7° | 1.83" | — |
| November | 45.6° | 24.2° | 34.9° | 0.55" | — |
| December | 31.9° | 14.1° | 23.0° | 0.49" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mitchell city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Loomis CDP | CDP | 5.5 mi | — |
| Millbrook Colony CDP | CDP | 9.5 mi | — |
| Upland Colony CDP | CDP | 10.8 mi | — |
| Fulton town | Town | 10.9 mi | — |
| Rosedale Colony CDP | CDP | 10.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 4603543100. • 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.