Brookings

SD

Brookings County, South Dakota

Population 35K |Median income $70,064 |1 hospital

Population
35,353
Brookings County
Median Income
$70,064
+3% vs avg
Median Home Value
$264,600
+16% vs avg
Median Age
28
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
35K+9%
Median Income
$70,064+49%
Median Home Value
$264,600+80%
Poverty Rate
13.2%-26%
Unemployment
3.7%-18%

Economics

Median Rent
$901/mo
Poverty Rate
13.2% -7% vs avg
Unemployment 3.7%
Bachelor's Degree+ 42.5%
Work From Home 11.1%
Public Transit 0.5%

Population

White 87.9%
Asian 3.3%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.1%
African American 1.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
35.7%
Short Sleep Duration
30%
High Blood Pressure
25.5%
Binge Drinking
21.9%
Physical Inactivity
18.4%
Frequent Mental Distress
15.9%
Current Smoking
10.7%
Frequent Physical Distress
10%
Current Asthma
9.8%
Diabetes
8.5%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 71.6%
Annual Checkup 74%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.3%
Coronary Heart Disease
5%
Stroke
2.5%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
BROOKINGS HEALTH SYSTEM
BROOKINGS · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
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Alerts & News — Brookings 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 Brookings, SD? ▼
Brookings, SD has a population of 35,353 people, located in Brookings County, South Dakota.
What is the median household income in Brookings? ▼
The median household income in Brookings, SD is $70,064 per year. The poverty rate is 13.2%.
What is the median home value in Brookings? ▼
The median home value in Brookings, SD is $264,600. Median rent is $901/month.
What are the top health concerns in Brookings? ▼
The top health indicators in Brookings include Obesity (35.7%), Short Sleep Duration (30%), High Blood Pressure (25.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Brookings? ▼
Brookings has 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Brookings? ▼
The median age in Brookings, SD is 28 years. 42.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Brookings, SD is located in Brookings County, South Dakota. With a population of 35K and a median household income of $70,064, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Brookings 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 (Brookings 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.