Living in Custer County, South Dakota

Custer County is a county in South Dakota with a population of around 8,446. The main communities are Custer, Hermosa, Buffalo Gap.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $875/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $453K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.1%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 36°F) and warm summers (highs around 80°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Custer County has older demographics, with a median age of 55 and a predominantly working-class population (24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.