Rapid City

SD

Pennington County, South Dakota

Population 114K |Median income $74,517 |3 hospitals

Population
113,512
Pennington County
Median Income
$74,517
+10% vs avg
Median Home Value
$302,200
+33% vs avg
Median Age
40.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
114K+10%
Median Income
$74,517+47%
Median Home Value
$302,200+94%
Poverty Rate
11.2%-17%
Unemployment
3.1%-47%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,120/mo
Poverty Rate
11.2% -21% vs avg
Unemployment 3.1%
Bachelor's Degree+ 34.6%
Work From Home 9.6%
Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 79%
Two or More Ethnicities 13%
Asian 1.2%
African American 1.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
34.6%
Obesity
33.7%
Short Sleep Duration
31.7%
Physical Inactivity
23.3%
Binge Drinking
20.2%
Current Smoking
15%
Frequent Mental Distress
14.8%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.5%
Diabetes
12.1%
Current Asthma
10.2%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 67.2%
Annual Checkup 76.3%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.5%
Coronary Heart Disease
7%
Stroke
3.5%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
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1
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0
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0
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0
Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
1
MONUMENT HEALTH RAPID CITY HOSPITAL
RAPID CITY · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Rapid City 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 Rapid City, SD? ▼
Rapid City, SD has a population of 113,512 people, located in Pennington County, South Dakota.
What is the median household income in Rapid City? ▼
The median household income in Rapid City, SD is $74,517 per year. The poverty rate is 11.2%.
What is the median home value in Rapid City? ▼
The median home value in Rapid City, SD is $302,200. Median rent is $1,120/month.
What are the top health concerns in Rapid City? ▼
The top health indicators in Rapid City include High Blood Pressure (34.6%), Obesity (33.7%), Short Sleep Duration (31.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Rapid City? ▼
Rapid City has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Rapid City? ▼
The median age in Rapid City, SD is 40.1 years. 34.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Rapid City, SD is located in Pennington County, South Dakota. With a population of 114K and a median household income of $74,517, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Rapid City 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 (Pennington 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.