Living in Davison County, South Dakota

Davison County is a county in South Dakota with a population of around 19,858. The main communities are Mitchell, Mount Vernon, Ethan.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $759/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $237K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings freezing winters (highs around 30°F) and hot summers (highs around 85°F). Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Davison County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 39 and a predominantly working-class population (26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.