Living in Meade County, South Dakota

Meade County is a county in South Dakota with a population of around 26,986, part of the Rapid City, SD MSA metro area. The main communities are Sturgis, Summerset, Faith.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $877/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $356K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.3%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 35°F) and hot summers (highs around 83°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Meade County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 37 and a predominantly working-class population (27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.