Aberdeen

SD

Brown County, South Dakota

Population 38K |Median income $70,898 |2 hospitals

Population
37,877
Brown County
Median Income
$70,898
+4% vs avg
Median Home Value
$221,100
-3% vs avg
Median Age
37.8
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
38K+2%
Median Income
$70,898+38%
Median Home Value
$221,100+65%
Poverty Rate
11.7%+33%
Unemployment
3.3%+14%

Economics

Median Rent
$777/mo
Poverty Rate
11.7% -18% vs avg
Unemployment 3.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 33.8%
Work From Home 6.3%
Public Transit 0.5%

Population

White 85.4%
Two or More Ethnicities 5.4%
Asian 3%
African American 1.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
35.1%
High Blood Pressure
31.7%
Short Sleep Duration
29.6%
Physical Inactivity
24.4%
Binge Drinking
17%
Frequent Mental Distress
14.8%
Current Smoking
14.1%
Frequent Physical Distress
12%
Diabetes
11.2%
Current Asthma
9.7%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 78.2%
Dental Visit 71.2%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.2%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.5%
Stroke
3.3%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
1
★★★★
1
★★★
0
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
4.5/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
2
AVERA ST LUKES
ABERDEEN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
SANFORD MEDICAL CENTER ABERDEEN
ABERDEEN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Aberdeen Area 6

Weather Alerts

Fog Advisory Issued for Barrie, Collingwood, and Hillsdale

ECCC · 1h ago
Disasters

South Dakota Qury Fire Receives FEMA Fire Management Assistance Declaration

FEMA · 3d ago
Weather Alerts high

Blizzard Warning Issued for Sully, Potter, and Walworth Counties in South Dakota

NOAA · Mar 30, 2026
Weather Alerts high

High Wind Warning Issued for South Dakota Counties: Gusts Up to 60 MPH Expected

NOAA · Mar 30, 2026
Weather Alerts high

Blizzard Warning Issued for Northwest Iowa, Northeast Nebraska, and Southeast South Dakota

NOAA · Mar 30, 2026
Weather Alerts high

Blizzard Warning Issued for Parts of South Dakota, Minnesota, and Iowa Through Monday Morning

NOAA · Mar 30, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Aberdeen, SD? ▼
Aberdeen, SD has a population of 37,877 people, located in Brown County, South Dakota.
What is the median household income in Aberdeen? ▼
The median household income in Aberdeen, SD is $70,898 per year. The poverty rate is 11.7%.
What is the median home value in Aberdeen? ▼
The median home value in Aberdeen, SD is $221,100. Median rent is $777/month.
What are the top health concerns in Aberdeen? ▼
The top health indicators in Aberdeen include Obesity (35.1%), High Blood Pressure (31.7%), Short Sleep Duration (29.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Aberdeen? ▼
Aberdeen has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Aberdeen? ▼
The median age in Aberdeen, SD is 37.8 years. 33.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Aberdeen, SD is located in Brown County, South Dakota. With a population of 38K and a median household income of $70,898, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Aberdeen area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Brown County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.