Haakon County, South Dakota Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 61st-largest in South Dakota
The population of Haakon County, South Dakota is 1,708 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 61st-largest county in South Dakota. The median household income is $59,231, the median home value is $153,200, and the median age is 47.1.
The population of Haakon County has declined 5.0% since 2010 (1,930 → 1,834), a -0.36% annualized rate.
1,708
Population
-0.36%
Annual growth
1
People / sq mi
$59,231
Median Income
$153,200
Median Home Value
Haakon County covers 1,811 sq mi of land at 0.9 people per square mile.
About Haakon County, SD
Haakon County stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US counties, at roughly 1 people per square mile. With 1,708 residents, Haakon County is a county in South Dakota.
Median household income is $59,231, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty is relatively low for US counties at 6.0%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $153,200, with typical rent around $688.
19.5% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. An unusually large 14.7% of workers are remote, close to the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 19 minutes each way.
Haakon County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Haakon County had a population of 1,930 in 2010 and 1,834 in 2024, a -5.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 1,930 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.36%.
1,834
Population (2024)
1,930
Population (2010)
1,930
Peak (2010)
-0.36%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,930 |
| 2011 | 1,918 |
| 2012 | 1,922 |
| 2013 | 1,880 |
| 2014 | 1,845 |
| 2015 | 1,849 |
| 2016 | 1,884 |
| 2017 | 1,919 |
| 2018 | 1,888 |
| 2019 | 1,866 |
| 2020 | 1,868 |
| 2021 | 1,837 |
| 2022 | 1,830 |
| 2023 | 1,855 |
| 2024 | 1,834 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 88.3% |
| Black or African American | 1.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 9.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
47.1
Median Age
52.2%
Female
47.8%
Male
28.4%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 18.7% · Seniors (65+): 28.4%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $59,231$-13,190 vs state |
| Mean household income | $85,748 |
| Per-capita income | $35,643 |
| Poverty rate | 6.0%-1.4% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 0.0% |
| Employment-to-population | 61.8% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Haakon County is professional & business services, accounting for 25.1% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
8.5%
Carpool
74.2%
Public transit
14.7%
Work from home
18.7 min
Avg commute
Housing
$153,200$-83,600 vs state
Median home value
$688
Median rent
82.0%
Homeownership rate
872
Total housing units
77.3%
Occupied
22.7%
Vacant
18.0%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
89.4%
With health insurance
94.4%
With broadband internet
19.4%
Foreign-born
4.8%
Veterans (18+)
12.5%
With a disability
98.7%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
96.9%
High School+
19.5%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Haakon County, South Dakota has a population of 1,708 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 61st-largest county in South Dakota. Population density is 1 people per square mile.
The population of Haakon County has declined 5.0% since 2010 (1,930 → 1,834), a -0.36% annualized rate.
The median household income in Haakon County, South Dakota is $59,231, with mean (average) household income of $85,748 and per-capita income of $35,643. 6.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Haakon County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (88.3%), Hispanic or Latino (9.0%), Black or African American (1.4%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Haakon County, South Dakota is 47.1 years. Residents are 52.2% female and 47.8% male.
The median home value in Haakon County is $153,200 and median monthly rent is $688. 82.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 872 total housing units, 22.7% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Haakon County, South Dakota is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 25.1% of workers. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.
Sioux Falls is among the largest cities associated with Haakon County, South Dakota, with a population of 197,642.
Haakon County, SD Climate
Haakon County, SD has an average annual temperature of 8.1°C (47°F) and receives about 441 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
8.1°C
Avg Temp
441
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -7° / 19° | 8 mm |
| February | -4° / 25° | 12 mm |
| March | 1° / 34° | 32 mm |
| April | 8° / 46° | 47 mm |
| May | 14° / 57° | 77 mm |
| June | 19° / 67° | 75 mm |
| July | 23° / 73° | 58 mm |
| August | 23° / 73° | 45 mm |
| September | 17° / 62° | 32 mm |
| October | 9° / 49° | 30 mm |
| November | 0° / 33° | 14 mm |
| December | -6° / 22° | 11 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 Haakon County, SD
The most comfortable months to visit Haakon County, SD are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near -14°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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