Spearfish

SD

Lawrence County, South Dakota

Population 27K |Median income $73,384 |2 hospitals

Population
27,233
Lawrence County
Median Income
$73,384
+8% vs avg
Median Home Value
$346,500
+52% vs avg
Median Age
44.8
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
27K+12%
Median Income
$73,384+70%
Median Home Value
$346,500+107%
Poverty Rate
11.6%-19%
Unemployment
1.7%-61%

Economics

Median Rent
$938/mo
Poverty Rate
11.6% -18% vs avg
Unemployment 1.7%
Bachelor's Degree+ 32.9%
Work From Home 6.5%
Public Transit 0.9%

Population

White 90.4%
Two or More Ethnicities 4.9%
African American 0.4%
Asian 0.4%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
33%
Obesity
32.7%
Short Sleep Duration
28.8%
Physical Inactivity
23.5%
Binge Drinking
18.3%
Current Smoking
14.2%
Frequent Mental Distress
14%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.6%
Diabetes
11.4%
Current Asthma
10%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 75.7%
Dental Visit 69.7%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.6%
Stroke
3.8%

Alerts & News — Spearfish Area 6

Weather Alerts

Fog Advisory Issued for Barrie, Collingwood, and Hillsdale

ECCC · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Advice Issued for Grass Fire on Mantons Rd in Lawrence, Clarence Valley

NSW RFS · 3d 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

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Spearfish, SD? ▼
Spearfish, SD has a population of 27,233 people, located in Lawrence County, South Dakota.
What is the median household income in Spearfish? ▼
The median household income in Spearfish, SD is $73,384 per year. The poverty rate is 11.6%.
What is the median home value in Spearfish? ▼
The median home value in Spearfish, SD is $346,500. Median rent is $938/month.
What are the top health concerns in Spearfish? ▼
The top health indicators in Spearfish include High Blood Pressure (33%), Obesity (32.7%), Short Sleep Duration (28.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Spearfish? ▼
Spearfish has 2 hospitals with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Spearfish? ▼
The median age in Spearfish, SD is 44.8 years. 32.9% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Spearfish, SD is located in Lawrence County, South Dakota. With a population of 27K and a median household income of $73,384, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Spearfish 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 (Lawrence 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.