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Population Review

Oglala Lakota County, South Dakota Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 15th-largest in South Dakota

The population of Oglala Lakota County, South Dakota is 13,587 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 15th-largest county in South Dakota. The median household income is $34,769, the median home value is $45,600, and the median age is 27.0.

The population of Oglala Lakota County has declined 2.0% since 2010 (13,636 → 13,360), a -0.15% annualized rate.

Oglala Lakota County within South Dakota · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

13,587

Population

-0.15%

Annual growth

6

People / sq mi

$34,769

Median Income

$45,600

Median Home Value

Oglala Lakota County covers 2,094 sq mi of land at 6.5 people per square mile.

About Oglala Lakota County, SD

Oglala Lakota County is a county in South Dakota with a population of 13,587. It ranks #15 among counties in South Dakota by population. The median age is 27.0, younger than the national median. The population is 48.7% male and 51.3% female.

The median household income in Oglala Lakota County is $34,769, below the US median of $74,580. 48.8% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $45,600, with monthly rent averaging $563. The homeownership rate of 53.5% is lower than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Oglala Lakota County reflects 9.8% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 2.3% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 14.9 minutes each way.

Oglala Lakota County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Oglala Lakota County had a population of 13,636 in 2010 and 13,360 in 2024, a -2.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 14,426 in 2016. Average annual growth rate: -0.14%.

2016 · 14K20102024

13,360

Population (2024)

13,636

Population (2010)

14,426

Peak (2016)

-0.14%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201013,636
201113,897
201214,041
201314,130
201414,217
201514,364
201614,426
201714,392
201814,324
201914,171
202013,648
202113,559
202213,482
202313,407
202413,360

Race & Ethnicity

White6.6%
Black or African American0.1%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)92.3%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

27.0

Median Age

51.3%

Female

48.7%

Male

7.0%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
9.2%
5–9
9.8%
10–14
11.2%
15–19
9.1%
20–24
8.8%
25–34
14.7%
35–44
10.9%
45–54
10.3%
55–59
4.4%
60–64
4.4%
65–74
4.7%
75–84
1.6%
85+
0.7%

Children (under 15): 30.2% · Seniors (65+): 7.0%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$34,769$-37,652 vs state
Mean household income$50,403
Per-capita income$11,650
Poverty rate48.8%+41.4% vs state
Unemployment rate5.0%
Employment-to-population33.3%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
38.9%
Public administration
15.4%
Finance & real estate
9.5%
Education & health care
8.8%
Construction
8.3%
Agriculture
4.5%
Arts, entertainment & food
2.1%
Manufacturing
1.4%

The largest employment sector in Oglala Lakota County is professional & business services, accounting for 38.9% of workers.

How residents commute

0.0%

Drive alone

5.3%

Carpool

66.6%

Public transit

2.3%

Work from home

14.9 min

Avg commute

Housing

$45,600$-191,200 vs state

Median home value

$563

Median rent

53.5%

Homeownership rate

3,461

Total housing units

78.9%

Occupied

21.1%

Vacant

46.5%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

56.5%

With health insurance

75.1%

With broadband internet

10.8%

Foreign-born

3.7%

Veterans (18+)

9.9%

With a disability

86.2%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

78.0%

High School+

9.8%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Oglala Lakota County, South Dakota has a population of 13,587 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 15th-largest county in South Dakota. Population density is 6 people per square mile.

The population of Oglala Lakota County has declined 2.0% since 2010 (13,636 → 13,360), a -0.15% annualized rate.

The median household income in Oglala Lakota County, South Dakota is $34,769, with mean (average) household income of $50,403 and per-capita income of $11,650. 48.8% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Oglala Lakota County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are Hispanic or Latino (92.3%), White (6.6%), Black or African American (0.1%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Oglala Lakota County, South Dakota is 27.0 years. Residents are 51.3% female and 48.7% male.

The median home value in Oglala Lakota County is $45,600 and median monthly rent is $563. 53.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 3,461 total housing units, 21.1% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Oglala Lakota County, South Dakota is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 38.9% of workers. The unemployment rate is 5.0%.

Sioux Falls is among the largest cities associated with Oglala Lakota County, South Dakota, with a population of 197,642.

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.