Meade County's 2026 population is estimated at 30,892, reflecting a -0.04% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Meade County is the 6th largest county in South Dakota. The 2010 population was 25,478 and has grown 21.25% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 37.3 years
Female: 40.1 years
Male: 35.9 years
There are 24,070 adults, (5,104 of whom are seniors) in Meade County.
Female: 14,542 (47.6%)
Male: 16,004 (52.4%)
The racial composition of Meade County includes 86.36% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, Native American, other race, Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 26,380 | 86.36% |
| Two or more races | 2,433 | 7.97% |
| Black or African American | 656 | 2.15% |
| Native American | 558 | 1.83% |
| Other race | 294 | 0.96% |
| Asian | 211 | 0.69% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 14 | 0.05% |
Meade County 's average per capita income is $46,288. Household income levels show a median of $74,790. The poverty rate stands at 7.1%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $99,481 | - |
| Families | $92,931 | $107,257 |
| Households | $74,790 | $94,155 |
| Non Families | $42,039 | $57,536 |
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