Living in Herrick, South Dakota

Cost of living, income, home prices, rent and demographics of Herrick · Census data 2020–2024

Herrick has 73 residents with a median age of 41.9. The median household income is $53,125 (29% lower than the South Dakota median).

Herrick is a small town, so Census survey estimates have wide margins of error. Treat percentages as approximate.

Herrick at a glance

Population
73
Median age
41.9State: 38
Median household income
$53,125State: $75,081
Homeowners
100%
Bachelor's degree or higher
8.5%
Average commute
13 min

Is Herrick a good place to live?

Pros: An average commute of 13 minutes.

Cons: Median household income 29% lower than the South Dakota median.

The weather is best in June to September.

Herrick median household income

The median household income in Herrick is $53,125 and the income per person is $29,993. 0% of residents live below the poverty line (South Dakota: 11.9%).

Median household income

Herrick$53,125
South Dakota$75,081
United States$80,734

Housing in Herrick: homes for sale and rent

Housing units
57
Owner-occupied
100%
Renter-occupied
0%
Vacant
49.1%Includes seasonal homes
Median year built
1950
Average household size
2.52

49.1% of homes are vacant most of the year, a sign that Herrick has many vacation and second homes.

Herrick demographics

Population
73
Median age
41.9
Under 18
35.6%
65 and older
11%
Households
29
Foreign-born
0%
Veterans
34%Adults 18+

Race and ethnicity

White91.8%
Hispanic or Latino0%
Black0%
Asian0%

Hispanic or Latino can be of any race. Population history of Herrick ›

Education in Herrick

8.5% of adults 25 and older in Herrick have a bachelor's degree or higher (South Dakota: 31.9%), and 0% have a graduate or professional degree.

Bachelor's degree or higher

Herrick8.5%
South Dakota31.9%
United States35.7%

Jobs and commute in Herrick

Unemployment rate
0%State: 2.9%
Average commute
13 minState: 18 min
Work from home
10.3%
Drive alone
82.8%
Public transit
0%
Walk to work
3.4%
Homes with broadband
96.6%

Herrick vs nearby towns

TownPopulationMedian incomeHome valueRent
Herrick73$53,125——
Burke708$52,500$150,000$525
Naper117$36,250$22,500—
Bonesteel286$43,409$74,100$593
Gregory1,379$51,450$115,300$633
Fairfax119$72,656$62,100—
Dallas102$63,333$77,300—
Butte273$54,063$67,100$613
Platte1,161$72,700$179,200$832

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Living in Herrick: FAQ

What is the median household income in Herrick, SD?

The median household income in Herrick is $53,125, 29% lower than the South Dakota median of $75,081 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).

Is Herrick, SD a good place to live?

Pluses: an average commute of 13 minutes. Minuses: median household income 29% lower than the South Dakota median.

What is the median age in Herrick?

The median age in Herrick is 41.9 years (South Dakota: 38).

How long is the commute in Herrick?

The average commute to work in Herrick is 13 minutes; 10.3% of workers work from home.

What is the unemployment rate in Herrick?

The unemployment rate in Herrick is 0% (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).

How educated is Herrick?

8.5% of adults in Herrick have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024 (margins of error apply, especially in small towns). Figures are in 2024 dollars.

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