South Dakota projected population growth from 2025 through 2035

South Dakota, the Mount Rushmore State, is known for its stunning natural landscapes, rich Native American heritage, and friendly communities. From the granite peaks of the Black Hills to the rolling prairies of the Great Plains, South Dakota offers a tranquil escape amidst nature's splendor. With a diverse economy supported by industries such as agriculture, tourism, and healthcare, South Dakota continues to attract individuals seeking a high quality of life and a strong sense of community.

Picture from a ciy in South Dakota U.S.

South Dakota forecasted population

Aterio data team has developed an AI enhanced model that helps organizations understand the forecasted growth of population in South Dakota for years 2025 through 2035.

Population Growth Rate (Year over Year)

850,000900,000950,0001,000,0001,050,0000.00%0.50%1.00%1.50%2020202120222023202420252026202720282029203020312032203320342035

2020

Population

886,729

Growth

0.00%

2021

Population

896,492

Growth

1.10%

2022

Population

909,723

Growth

1.48%

2023

Population

918,305

Growth

0.94%

2024

Population

924,669

Growth

0.69%

2025

Population

934,110

Growth

1.02%

2026

Population

943,341

Growth

0.99%

2027

Population

953,613

Growth

1.09%

2028

Population

964,975

Growth

1.19%

2029

Population

977,347

Growth

1.28%

2030

Population

990,334

Growth

1.33%

2031

Population

998,898

Growth

0.86%

2032

Population

1,008,212

Growth

0.93%

2033

Population

1,018,255

Growth

1.00%

2034

Population

1,029,415

Growth

1.10%

2035

Population

1,041,389

Growth

1.16%

Last update at Thu May 28 2026

Zip code level csv report on population forecast and economic development in South Dakota

Our team has created a comprehensive report on population forecast and economic development by zip code using our proprietary AI models.

Top 10 most populated cities in South Dakota

Our model provides a detailed 2025 through 2035 forecasted population growth for every city and zip code in South Dakota.

City

2020 census

2025 population

2030 population

2035 population

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Sioux Falls192,721212,964234,483255,639View city insights, Sioux Falls
Rapid City74,73081,00686,38591,192View city insights, Rapid City
Aberdeen28,49528,10329,55830,938View city insights, Aberdeen
Brookings23,38224,75228,27130,856View city insights, Brookings
Watertown22,66023,70324,37725,004View city insights, Watertown
Mitchell15,67115,61715,85316,036View city insights, Mitchell
Yankton15,44115,57515,76315,837View city insights, Yankton
Huron14,25414,59115,27015,981View city insights, Huron
Pierre14,09313,94013,97213,928View city insights, Pierre
Spearfish12,20014,09714,97215,738View city insights, Spearfish

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