Red Rock township, South Dakota
Red Rock township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Red Rock township is a geographic entity located in Minnehaha County, South Dakota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 390. The land area covers 23.45 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 390 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 59.4 yrs | ±14.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 84 | ±36 | 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 | 84 | ±36 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 84 | ±36 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 0 | ±10 |
| Median Home Value | $389,100 | ±$54,801 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $113,333 | ±$44,634 |
| Per Capita Income | $50,084 | ±$14,320 |
| Poverty Rate | 0% | ±4.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 0 | ±10 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±8.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 123 | ±55 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 100% | ±0% |
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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TOWNSHIP OF RED ROCK
GUS Population: 389 (2024)
ID: 175519
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: SUPERVISOR
48511 260TH ST, VALLEY SPRINGS SD 57068-6720
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GUS Population: 208,639 (2024)
ID: 175000
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIR MINNEHAHA COUNTY COMMISSION
415 N DAKOTA AVENUE, SIOUX FALLS SD 57104
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-08 | Sioux Falls, SD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Baltic, SD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Baltic, SD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Baltic, 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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California Intercontinental University
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College | 12.7 mi away | 101 South Reid Street, Suite 307, Sioux Falls, SD, 57103 |
9493590045
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VALLEY SPRINGS BRANCH-SIOUXLAND LIBRARIES
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 401 BROADWAY AVE, VALLEY SPRINGS, SD, 57068 |
(605) 367-8051
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Stewart School
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College Vocational | 13.5 mi away | 604 N. West Ave., Sioux Falls, SD, 57104 |
6053362775
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BRANDON BRANCH-SIOUXLAND LIBRARIES
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 305 S SPLITROCK BLVD, BRANDON, SD, 57005 |
(605) 582-2390
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University of Sioux Falls
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College | 13.9 mi away | 1101 W 22nd St, Sioux Falls, SD, 57105-1699 |
6053315000
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GARRETSON BRANCH-SIOUXLAND LIBRARIES
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Library | 5.5 mi away | 649 MAIN AVE., GARRETSON, SD, 57030 |
(605) 367-8039
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Sanford Medical Center
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College | 14.0 mi away | 1305 W. 18th Street, Sioux Falls, SD, 57117-5039 |
6053337544
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OAK VIEW BRANCH-SIOUXLAND LIBRARIES
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Library | 10.6 mi away | 3700 E THIRD ST, SIOUX FALLS, SD, 57103 |
(605) 367-8060
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Kairos University
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College | 14.1 mi away | 2100 S Summit Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, 57105 |
6053366588
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RONNING BRANCH-SIOUXLAND LIBRARIES
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Library | 13.0 mi away | 3100 E 49TH ST, SIOUX FALLS, SD, 57103 |
(605) 367-8140
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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 SIOUX FALLS 14 NNE, SD US, located 9.0 miles from Red Rock township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.2° | 6.4° | 15.3° | 0.71" | — |
| February | 29.0° | 10.7° | 19.8° | 0.89" | — |
| March | 41.9° | 22.8° | 32.4° | 1.80" | — |
| April | 56.6° | 34.1° | 45.3° | 3.26" | — |
| May | 69.3° | 46.7° | 58.0° | 3.79" | — |
| June | 78.8° | 57.5° | 68.1° | 4.99" | — |
| July | 82.7° | 60.6° | 71.6° | 3.44" | — |
| August | 79.6° | 58.7° | 69.1° | 3.23" | — |
| September | 73.2° | 49.2° | 61.2° | 3.08" | — |
| October | 59.0° | 36.6° | 47.8° | 2.30" | — |
| November | 42.4° | 23.0° | 32.7° | 1.27" | — |
| December | 29.0° | 11.8° | 20.4° | 0.86" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Springs city | City | 4.3 mi | — |
| Brandon city | City | 5.1 mi | — |
| Garretson city | City | 5.3 mi | — |
| Beaver Creek city | City | 7.2 mi | — |
| Sherman town | Town | 8.4 mi | — |
| Rowena CDP | CDP | 8.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 4609953740. • 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.