Yankton

SD

Yankton County, South Dakota

Population 23K |Median income $72,821 |2 hospitals

Population
23,414
Yankton County
Median Income
$72,821
+7% vs avg
Median Home Value
$225,900
Near average
Median Age
42.5
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
23K+4%
Median Income
$72,821+39%
Median Home Value
$225,900+78%
Poverty Rate
11.9%-11%
Unemployment
1.4%-69%

Economics

Median Rent
$781/mo
Poverty Rate
11.9% -16% vs avg
Unemployment 1.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 31.4%
Work From Home 6.2%
Public Transit 1.7%

Population

White 87.8%
Two or More Ethnicities 4.4%
African American 1.6%
Asian 0.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
38.3%
High Blood Pressure
35%
Short Sleep Duration
28.7%
Physical Inactivity
24.5%
Binge Drinking
17.8%
Frequent Mental Distress
14.4%
Current Smoking
13.8%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.3%
Diabetes
11.8%
Current Asthma
9.8%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 76.9%
Dental Visit 70.6%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.8%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.1%
Stroke
3.6%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
1
AVERA SACRED HEART HOSPITAL
YANKTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Yankton 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 Yankton, SD? ▼
Yankton, SD has a population of 23,414 people, located in Yankton County, South Dakota.
What is the median household income in Yankton? ▼
The median household income in Yankton, SD is $72,821 per year. The poverty rate is 11.9%.
What is the median home value in Yankton? ▼
The median home value in Yankton, SD is $225,900. Median rent is $781/month.
What are the top health concerns in Yankton? ▼
The top health indicators in Yankton include Obesity (38.3%), High Blood Pressure (35%), Short Sleep Duration (28.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Yankton? ▼
Yankton has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Yankton? ▼
The median age in Yankton, SD is 42.5 years. 31.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Yankton, SD is located in Yankton County, South Dakota. With a population of 23K and a median household income of $72,821, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Yankton 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 (Yankton 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.