Metro areas in South Dakota: income, rent and home values
South Dakota has 3 metropolitan areas with annual Census data, led by Sioux Falls, SD with 315,496 residents. Household incomes are highest in Sioux Falls, SD ($86,761). Renters spend the smallest share of income in Sioux City, IA (23.3%) and the largest in Rapid City, SD (34.1%). The fastest-growing metro since 2021 is Sioux Falls, SD (+11.7%).
| Metro area | Population | Median income | Median rent | Home value | Rent / income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls, SD | 315,496 | $86,761 | $1,213 | $334,200 | 28.7% |
| Rapid City, SD | 157,113 | $83,459 | $1,313 | $355,400 | 34.1% |
| Sioux City, IA | 144,526 | $78,179 | $1,093 | $224,400 | 23.3% |
Includes 2 metro areas that cross into neighboring states.
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South Dakota at a glance
What is the most affordable metro area in South Dakota for renters?+
Sioux City, IA, where renters spend a median 23.3% of household income on rent (2025 Census data).
Which metro area in South Dakota has the highest income?+
Sioux Falls, SD, with a median household income of $86,761 in 2025.
How many metro areas are in South Dakota?+
3 metropolitan statistical areas in South Dakota have annual Census estimates (population 65,000+).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 1-year estimates (released September 2026), with 2024 and 2021 for trends. Figures are survey estimates with margins of error; small differences between metros may not be meaningful. Metro areas use the official Metropolitan Statistical Area boundaries. Compiled and analyzed by Metro Research. Methodology.