Pierre

SD

Hughes County, South Dakota

Population 18K |Median income $81,395 |1 hospital

Population
17,664
Hughes County
Median Income
$81,395
+20% vs avg
Median Home Value
$242,000
+6% vs avg
Median Age
39.5
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
18K+2%
Median Income
$81,395+37%
Median Home Value
$242,000+50%
Poverty Rate
9.2%-19%
Unemployment
1%-69%

Economics

Median Rent
$990/mo
Poverty Rate
9.2% -35% vs avg
Unemployment 1%
Bachelor's Degree+ 39%
Work From Home 4.7%
Public Transit 1%

Population

White 80.7%
Two or More Ethnicities 15.2%
Asian 0.7%
African American 0.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
34%
High Blood Pressure
32%
Short Sleep Duration
27.3%
Physical Inactivity
21.9%
Binge Drinking
18.6%
Frequent Mental Distress
14.4%
Current Smoking
13.7%
Frequent Physical Distress
11.6%
Diabetes
10.8%
Current Asthma
10.2%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 72.1%
Annual Checkup 76.7%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.3%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.3%
Stroke
3.2%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
AVERA ST MARY'S HOSPITAL
PIERRE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Pierre 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 Pierre, SD? ▼
Pierre, SD has a population of 17,664 people, located in Hughes County, South Dakota.
What is the median household income in Pierre? ▼
The median household income in Pierre, SD is $81,395 per year. The poverty rate is 9.2%.
What is the median home value in Pierre? ▼
The median home value in Pierre, SD is $242,000. Median rent is $990/month.
What are the top health concerns in Pierre? ▼
The top health indicators in Pierre include Obesity (34%), High Blood Pressure (32%), Short Sleep Duration (27.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Pierre? ▼
Pierre has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Pierre? ▼
The median age in Pierre, SD is 39.5 years. 39% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Pierre, SD is located in Hughes County, South Dakota. With a population of 18K and a median household income of $81,395, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Pierre 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 (Hughes 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.