Sioux Falls, South Dakota Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Sioux Falls, South Dakota is 197,642 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 1st-largest city in South Dakota. The median household income is $74,714, the median home value is $271,400, and the median age is 35.1.
The population has grown 35.4% since 2010 (154,533 → 209,289).
197,642
Population
2365
People / sq mi
$74,714
Median Income
$271,400
Median Home Value
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Sioux Falls covers 83.6 sq mi of land at 2365 people per square mile.
About Sioux Falls, SD
Sioux Falls skews on age — the median resident is 35.1, younger than the national median. With 197,642 residents, Sioux Falls is a city in South Dakota. It is the #1-largest of all cities in South Dakota nationally.
Median household income is $74,714, near the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 6.7%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $271,400, with typical rent around $993.
37.4% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national average of 35.0%. Around 9.4% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 17 minutes each way.
Sioux Falls city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Sioux Falls city had a population of 154,533 in 2010 and 209,289 in 2024, a 35.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 209,289 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.19%.
209,289
Population (2024)
154,533
Population (2010)
209,289
Peak (2024)
2.19%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 154,533 |
| 2011 | 156,471 |
| 2012 | 159,847 |
| 2013 | 163,478 |
| 2014 | 167,050 |
| 2015 | 170,183 |
| 2016 | 173,503 |
| 2017 | 177,636 |
| 2018 | 180,398 |
| 2019 | 183,793 |
| 2020 | 193,448 |
| 2021 | 196,833 |
| 2022 | 201,936 |
| 2023 | 205,968 |
| 2024 | 209,289 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 79.9% |
| Black or African American | 7.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$74,714
Median Household Income
$43,231
Per Capita Income
6.7%
Poverty Rate
1.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$271,400
Median Home Value
$993
Median Rent
60.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
93.1%
High School+
37.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.7%
Drive Alone
79.4%
Public Transit
9.4%
Work From Home
17.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
32.6%
Foreign Born
88.8%
Non-English at Home
6.2%
Veterans
10.0%
With Disability
92.2%
Health Insurance
96.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 25.1% |
| Information | 11.2% |
| Manufacturing | 10.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.5% |
| Construction | 6.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.5% |
| Retail Trade | 4.1% |
| Public Administration | 2.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.8% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.0% |
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Common questions about Sioux Falls, SD
Frequently Asked Questions
Sioux Falls, South Dakota has a population of 197,642 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 1st-largest city in South Dakota.
The median household income in Sioux Falls, South Dakota is $74,714, with 6.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Sioux Falls, South Dakota is $271,400, with median monthly rent at $993 and a homeownership rate of 60.0%.
The median age in Sioux Falls, South Dakota is 35.1 years. The population is 50.5% male and 49.5% female.
The population has grown 35.4% since 2010 (154,533 → 209,289).
Sioux Falls city, SD Climate
Sioux Falls city, SD has an average annual temperature of 7.8°C (46°F) and receives about 609 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
7.8°C
Avg Temp
609
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -10° / 14° | 12 mm |
| February | -6° / 22° | 15 mm |
| March | 1° / 33° | 41 mm |
| April | 8° / 47° | 63 mm |
| May | 15° / 59° | 77 mm |
| June | 21° / 69° | 90 mm |
| July | 24° / 74° | 73 mm |
| August | 22° / 72° | 75 mm |
| September | 17° / 62° | 72 mm |
| October | 9° / 49° | 46 mm |
| November | 0° / 32° | 28 mm |
| December | -7° / 19° | 17 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Sioux Falls city, SD
The most comfortable months to visit Sioux Falls city, SD are typically August, June and July, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 30°C high). The coldest is January (near -15°C low). June is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.