Living in Roberts County, South Dakota

Roberts County is a county in South Dakota with a population of around 10,311. The main communities are Sisseton, Wilmot, Rosholt.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $583/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $217K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.4%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings freezing winters (highs around 26°F) and warm summers (highs around 80°F). Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Roberts County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 38 and a predominantly working-class population (17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.