ZIP Code 57783, South Dakota
ZIP Code 57783 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 57783 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Butte County / Lawrence County, South Dakota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 17,248. The land area covers 213.21 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,248 | ±342 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41 yrs | ±1.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7,849 | ±315 | 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 | 8,617 | ±269 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7,849 | ±315 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 768 | ±237 |
| Median Home Value | $373,300 | ±$21,259 |
| Median Gross Rent | $965 | ±$95 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $74,844 | ±$6,659 |
| Per Capita Income | $46,492 | ±$5,109 |
| Poverty Rate | 14% | ±3.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,389 | ±641 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.9% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 9,422 | ±509 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.4% | ±2.9% |
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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COUNTY OF BUTTE
GUS Population: 10,891 (2024)
ID: 205375
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
839 5TH AVE, BELLE FOURCHE SD 57717-1719
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Belle Fourche, SD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Belle Fourche, SD | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 04-08 | Spearfish, SD | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Spearfish, SD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Spearfish, SD | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Deadwood, SD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Lead, SD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Lead, SD | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG | Spearfish, SD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-04 | Belle Fourche, SD |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 8 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Black Hills State University
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College | 4.7 mi away | 1200 University St, Spearfish, SD, 57799-9500 |
8002552478
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GRACE BALLOCH MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 625 NORTH FIFTH STREET, SPEARFISH, SD, 57783 |
(605) 642-1330
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PHOEBE APPERSON HEARST FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 10.9 mi away | 315 WEST MAIN, LEAD, SD, 57754 |
(605) 584-2013
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DEADWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.4 mi away | 435 WILLIAMS ST, DEADWOOD, SD, 57732 |
(605) 578-2821
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WHITEWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.0 mi away | 1201 ASH ST, WHITEWOOD, SD, 57793 |
(605) 269-2616
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BELLE FOURCHE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.8 mi away | 905 5TH AVE, BELLE FOURCHE, SD, 57717 |
(605) 892-4407
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STURGIS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.3 mi away | 1040 HARLEY-DAVIDSON WAY, SUITE 101, STURGIS, SD, 57785 |
(605) 347-2624
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CROOK COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.8 mi away | 414 MAIN ST, SUNDANCE, WY, 82729 |
(307) 283-1006
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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 SPEARFISH, SD US, located 4.8 miles from ZCTA5 57783. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35.9° | 15.7° | 25.8° | 0.60" | 8.2" |
| February | 36.9° | 16.3° | 26.6° | 0.91" | 12.7" |
| March | 45.8° | 24.2° | 35.0° | 1.19" | 12.0" |
| April | 54.9° | 32.0° | 43.5° | 2.23" | 8.5" |
| May | 64.3° | 41.8° | 53.1° | 3.72" | 2.3" |
| June | 75.3° | 51.3° | 63.3° | 3.51" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.6° | 57.6° | 70.6° | 2.35" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.9° | 56.1° | 69.5° | 1.88" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.0° | 47.6° | 60.8° | 1.56" | 0.1" |
| October | 58.1° | 35.4° | 46.8° | 2.04" | 5.5" |
| November | 45.9° | 25.6° | 35.7° | 0.70" | 6.3" |
| December | 37.2° | 17.5° | 27.3° | 0.72" | 14.9" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Plains CDP | CDP | 4.0 mi | — |
| North Spearfish CDP | CDP | 4.7 mi | — |
| Spearfish city | City | 6.9 mi | — |
| Beulah CDP | CDP | 9.7 mi | — |
| Central City city | City | 10.0 mi | — |
| Lead city | City | 10.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 57783. • 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.