Brandon, South Dakota Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Brandon, South Dakota is 10,996 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 13th-largest city in South Dakota. The median household income is $104,806, the median home value is $317,300, and the median age is 37.7.
The population has grown 20.8% since 2010 (8,970 → 10,837).
10,996
Population
1801
People / sq mi
$104,806
Median Income
$317,300
Median Home Value
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Brandon covers 6.1 sq mi of land at 1801 people per square mile.
About Brandon, SD
The poverty rate is what most separates Brandon from the typical city: 0.6% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. Brandon is a city in South Dakota with a population of 10,996. It ranks #13 among cities in South Dakota by population.
Median household income is $104,806, above the US median of $78,538. Very few residents live in poverty — 0.6%, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $317,300, with typical rent around $989.
40.6% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national average of 35.0%. About 16.5% of workers primarily work from home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 20 minutes each way.
Brandon city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Brandon city had a population of 8,970 in 2010 and 10,837 in 2024, a 20.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 11,110 in 2022. Average annual growth rate: 1.39%.
10,837
Population (2024)
8,970
Population (2010)
11,110
Peak (2022)
1.39%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 8,970 |
| 2011 | 9,053 |
| 2012 | 9,256 |
| 2013 | 9,406 |
| 2014 | 9,641 |
| 2015 | 9,732 |
| 2016 | 9,833 |
| 2017 | 10,012 |
| 2018 | 9,998 |
| 2019 | 10,074 |
| 2020 | 11,046 |
| 2021 | 11,014 |
| 2022 | 11,110 |
| 2023 | 10,948 |
| 2024 | 10,837 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 93.0% |
| Black or African American | 3.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.2% |
Economy & Income
$104,806
Median Household Income
$50,055
Per Capita Income
0.6%
Poverty Rate
1.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$317,300
Median Home Value
$989
Median Rent
80.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
97.4%
High School+
40.6%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.0%
Drive Alone
73.8%
Public Transit
16.5%
Work From Home
20.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
35.7%
Foreign Born
96.0%
Non-English at Home
8.4%
Veterans
8.0%
With Disability
94.4%
Health Insurance
96.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.6% |
| Manufacturing | 12.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.6% |
| Information | 10.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 5.4% |
| Construction | 5.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.3% |
| Public Administration | 4.2% |
| Retail Trade | 3.4% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brandon, South Dakota has a population of 10,996 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 13th-largest city in South Dakota.
The median household income in Brandon, South Dakota is $104,806, with 0.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Brandon, South Dakota is $317,300, with median monthly rent at $989 and a homeownership rate of 80.3%.
The median age in Brandon, South Dakota is 37.7 years. The population is 51.8% male and 48.2% female.
The population has grown 20.8% since 2010 (8,970 → 10,837).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.