Southwest Meade UT, South Dakota
Southwest Meade UT profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Southwest Meade UT is a geographic entity located in Meade County, South Dakota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 11,016. The land area covers 486.54 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 11,016 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 49.1 yrs | ±5.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 4,615 | ±285 | 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 | 4,915 | ±274 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 4,615 | ±285 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 300 | ±180 |
| Median Home Value | $314,100 | ±$28,973 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,108 | ±$46 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $87,465 | ±$11,156 |
| Per Capita Income | $44,554 | ±$4,507 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.2% | ±2.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 804 | ±281 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3% | ±2.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,539 | ±399 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.9% | ±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: 30,918 (2024)
ID: 174999
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: HR DIRECTOR
1300 SHERMAN ST, STE 212, STURGIS SD 57785-1862
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Black Hawk, SD | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | Sturgis, SD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Box Elder, SD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Box Elder, SD | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Nemo, SD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Box Elder, SD | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Piedmont, SD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Summerset, SD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Sturgis, SD | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Sturgis, 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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Hot Rod Institute
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College | 17.7 mi away | 2402 N Maple Ave, Rapid City, SD, 57701 |
6053421195
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PIEDMONT VALLEY LIBRARY
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 111 2ND STREET, PIEDMONT, SD, 57769 |
(605) 718-3663
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Paul Mitchell the School-Rapid City
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College Vocational | 19.3 mi away | 333 Omaha St. Suite 6 & 7, Rapid City, SD, 57701 |
60534842470
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STURGIS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.9 mi away | 1040 HARLEY-DAVIDSON WAY, SUITE 101, STURGIS, SD, 57785 |
(605) 347-2624
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The Salon Professional Academy
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College Vocational | 19.5 mi away | 937 East North Street, Rapid City, SD, 57701 |
6053420697
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WHITEWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.9 mi away | 1201 ASH ST, WHITEWOOD, SD, 57793 |
(605) 269-2616
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National American University-Rapid City
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College | 19.7 mi away | 4020 Jackson Boulevard Suite 1, Rapid City, SD, 57702 |
6053944800
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DEADWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.4 mi away | 435 WILLIAMS ST, DEADWOOD, SD, 57732 |
(605) 578-2821
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South Dakota School of Mines and Technology
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College | 20.0 mi away | 501 E Saint Joseph St, Rapid City, SD, 57701-3995 |
6053942511
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RAPID CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.4 mi away | 610 QUINCY STREET, RAPID CITY, SD, 57701 |
(605) 394-6139
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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 FT MEADE, SD US, located 7.4 miles from Southwest Meade UT. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37.7° | 15.1° | 26.4° | 0.49" | 5.3" |
| February | 39.2° | 16.5° | 27.8° | 0.72" | 8.3" |
| March | 48.7° | 24.6° | 36.6° | 1.25" | 8.4" |
| April | 57.8° | 33.5° | 45.6° | 2.45" | 7.9" |
| May | 67.0° | 43.7° | 55.3° | 4.44" | 1.4" |
| June | 78.2° | 53.2° | 65.7° | 3.30" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.4° | 59.9° | 73.2° | 2.27" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.6° | 57.9° | 71.8° | 1.72" | 0.0" |
| September | 77.0° | 48.6° | 62.8° | 1.40" | 0.0" |
| October | 60.7° | 36.4° | 48.5° | 1.90" | 2.8" |
| November | 47.8° | 25.0° | 36.4° | 0.84" | 5.3" |
| December | 39.1° | 17.2° | 28.2° | 0.50" | 8.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blucksberg Mountain CDP | CDP | 4.6 mi | — |
| Sturgis city | City | 8.2 mi | — |
| Piedmont city | City | 8.4 mi | — |
| Wonderland Homes CDP | CDP | 9.6 mi | — |
| Summerset city | City | 10.3 mi | — |
| Boulder Canyon CDP | CDP | 12.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 4609359965. • 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.