Sioux Falls city, South Dakota
Sioux Falls city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Sioux Falls city is a geographic entity located in Lincoln County, South Dakota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 41,645. The land area covers 14.50 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 41,645 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 36.2 yrs | ±0.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 16,214 | ±286 | 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 | 16,419 | ±291 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 16,214 | ±286 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 205 | ±133 |
| Median Home Value | $369,300 | ±$12,855 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,283 | ±$49 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $97,601 | ±$3,181 |
| Per Capita Income | $58,934 | ±$4,404 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.3% | ±2.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,792 | ±990 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.8% | ±0.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 22,331 | ±669 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.6% | ±1.3% |
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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GUS Population: 209,289 (2024)
ID: 184196
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: CHIEF PLANNING ZONING OFFICIAL
PO BOX 7402, SIOUX FALLS SD 57117-7402
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Sioux Falls | KG-12 | Sioux Falls, SD | |
| Regular School Sioux Falls | KG-05 | Sioux Falls, SD | |
| Regular School Sioux Falls | KG-05 | Sioux Falls, SD | |
| Regular School Sioux Falls | PK-05 | Sioux Falls, SD | |
| Alternative School Sioux Falls | 06-12 | Sioux Falls, SD | |
| Alternative School Sioux Falls | KG-12 | Sioux Falls, SD | |
| Alternative School Sioux Falls | 06-08 | Sioux Falls, SD | |
| Regular School Sioux Falls | 06-08 | Sioux Falls, SD | |
| Regular School Sioux Falls | KG-05 | Sioux Falls, SD | |
| Alternative School Sioux Falls | 08-12 | Sioux Falls, SD |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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AVERA HEART HOSPITAL OF SOUTH DAKOTA
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Hospital | City address association | 4500 W 69TH ST, SIOUX FALLS, SD, 57108 |
(605) 977-7000
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Augustana University
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College | 2.6 mi away | 2001 S Summit Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, 57197-0001 |
6052745516
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CAILLE BRANCH-SIOUXLAND LIBRARIES
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 4100 CARNEGIE CIRCLE, SIOUX FALLS, SD, 57106 |
(605) 367-8144
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AVERA MCKENNAN HOSPITAL & UNIVERSITY HEALTH CENTER
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Hospital | City address association | 1325 S CLIFF AVE POST OFFICE BOX 5045, SIOUX FALLS, SD, 57117 |
(605) 322-8000
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Kairos University
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College | 2.7 mi away | 2100 S Summit Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, 57105 |
6053366588
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RONNING BRANCH-SIOUXLAND LIBRARIES
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Library | 3.0 mi away | 3100 E 49TH ST, SIOUX FALLS, SD, 57103 |
(605) 367-8140
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LIFESCAPE
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Childrens | City address association | 2501 W 26TH ST, SIOUX FALLS, SD, 57105 |
(605) 444-9500
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University of Sioux Falls
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College | 3.1 mi away | 1101 W 22nd St, Sioux Falls, SD, 57105-1699 |
6053315000
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SIOUXLAND LIBRARIES
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Library | 4.3 mi away | 200 NORTH DAKOTA AVE., SIOUX FALLS, SD, 57117 |
(605) 367-8701
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SANFORD USD MEDICAL CENTER
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Hospital | City address association | 1305 W 18TH ST POST OFFICE BOX 5039, SIOUX FALLS, SD, 57117 |
(605) 333-1000
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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 WFO AP, SD US, located 7.0 miles from Sioux Falls 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° | 7.4° | 16.4° | 0.66" | — |
| February | 30.0° | 11.4° | 20.7° | 0.80" | — |
| March | 43.3° | 23.4° | 33.4° | 1.47" | — |
| April | 57.0° | 35.5° | 46.3° | 3.03" | — |
| May | 69.9° | 48.5° | 59.2° | 3.74" | — |
| June | 80.4° | 59.3° | 69.9° | 4.59" | — |
| July | 84.8° | 63.7° | 74.3° | 3.31" | — |
| August | 81.7° | 61.2° | 71.5° | 3.34" | — |
| September | 74.8° | 51.7° | 63.3° | 3.04" | — |
| October | 60.6° | 37.8° | 49.2° | 2.29" | — |
| November | 43.6° | 24.2° | 33.9° | 1.19" | — |
| December | 30.4° | 12.5° | 21.5° | 0.84" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls city | City | 3.7 mi | — |
| Harrisburg city | City | 3.9 mi | — |
| Tea city | City | 4.7 mi | — |
| Shindler CDP | CDP | 5.5 mi | — |
| Anderson CDP | CDP | 6.7 mi | — |
| Pine Lakes Addition CDP | CDP | 6.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 4608359020. • 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.