Faulk County, SD

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Faulk County Overview

2,140
TOTAL POPULATION
1,034
MALE POPULATION
1,106
FEMALE POPULATION
93.49
MALES / 100 FEMALES
106.96
FEMALES / 100 MALES
45.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$31,533
PER CAPITA INCOME
$90,288
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$56,734
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
19.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
80.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$13,954
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
984
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
59.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Faulk County Area Codes

Race in Faulk County

The most populous races in Faulk County are White / Caucasian (2,087 | 97.5%), Two or more Races (46 | 2.1%), and Hispanic or Latino (40 | 1.9%).
Race in Faulk County
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino401.9%
Native / Alaskan70.3%
White / Caucasian2,08797.5%
Two or more Races462.1%
Some other Race00.0%
Total2,140100.0%

Ancestry in Faulk County

The most populous ancestries reported in Faulk County are German (1,202 | 56.2%), Irish (293 | 13.7%), Norwegian (229 | 10.7%), English (98 | 4.6%), and American (86 | 4.0%), together accounting for 89.2% of all Faulk County residents.
Ancestry in Faulk County
Ancestry# Population% Population
American864.0%
Arab552.6%
Austrian452.1%
Cherokee20.1%
Croatian60.3%
Czech632.9%
Czechoslovakian70.3%
Danish542.5%
Dutch130.6%
English984.6%
European80.4%
French251.2%
French Canadian40.2%
German1,20256.2%
German Russian40.2%
Hungarian80.4%
Irish29313.7%
Luxembourger50.2%
Mexican401.9%
Norwegian22910.7%
Polish30.1%
Russian100.5%
Scandinavian110.5%
Scotch-Irish10.1%
Scottish70.3%
Sioux341.6%
Swedish311.5%
Swiss442.1%
Syrian552.6%
Ukrainian331.5%
Welsh311.5%
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Immigrants in Faulk County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Faulk County came from Chile (17 | 0.8%), Latin America (17 | 0.8%), South America (17 | 0.8%), Africa (1 | 0.1%), and South Africa (1 | 0.1%), together accounting for 2.5% of all Faulk County residents.
Immigrants in Faulk County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa10.1%
Chile170.8%
Latin America170.8%
South Africa10.1%
South America170.8%
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Sex and Age in Faulk County

Sex and Age in Faulk County

The most populous age groups in Faulk County are 60 to 64 Years (102 | 9.9%) for men and 85 Years and over (126 | 11.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in Faulk County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years41 (4.0%)82 (7.4%)
5 to 9 Years50 (4.8%)74 (6.7%)
10 to 14 Years81 (7.8%)110 (10.0%)
15 to 19 Years65 (6.3%)77 (7.0%)
20 to 24 Years72 (7.0%)48 (4.3%)
25 to 29 Years40 (3.9%)29 (2.6%)
30 to 34 Years68 (6.6%)53 (4.8%)
35 to 39 Years40 (3.9%)36 (3.3%)
40 to 44 Years65 (6.3%)28 (2.5%)
45 to 49 Years63 (6.1%)90 (8.1%)
50 to 54 Years44 (4.3%)32 (2.9%)
55 to 59 Years57 (5.5%)36 (3.3%)
60 to 64 Years102 (9.9%)90 (8.1%)
65 to 69 Years76 (7.3%)58 (5.2%)
70 to 74 Years47 (4.5%)51 (4.6%)
75 to 79 Years48 (4.6%)51 (4.6%)
80 to 84 Years31 (3.0%)35 (3.2%)
85 Years and over44 (4.3%)126 (11.4%)
Total1,034 (100.0%)1,106 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Faulk County

Median Family Size in Faulk County

The median family size in Faulk County is 3.52 persons per family, with single male/father families (19 | 4.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 5.58 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (15 | 3.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.20 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Faulk County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple421 (92.5%)3.44
Single Male/Father19 (4.2%)5.58
Single Female/Mother15 (3.3%)3.20
Total Families455 (100.0%)3.52

Median Household Size in Faulk County

The median household size in Faulk County is 2.53 persons per household, with single male/father households (19 | 2.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 5.95 persons per household. non-family households (310 | 40.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.04 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Faulk County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple421 (55.0%)3.44
Single Male/Father19 (2.5%)5.95
Single Female/Mother15 (2.0%)3.20
Non-family310 (40.5%)1.04
Total Households765 (100.0%)2.53

Household Size by Marriage Status in Faulk County

Out of a total of 765 households in Faulk County, 455 (59.5%) are family households, while 310 (40.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 244, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 296.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Faulk County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-296 (38.7%)
2-Person Households244 (31.9%)14 (1.8%)
3-Person Households77 (10.1%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households48 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households40 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households9 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households37 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total455 (59.5%)310 (40.5%)

Female Fertility in Faulk County

Fertility by Age in Faulk County

Average fertility rate in Faulk County is 28.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 46.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 60.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Faulk County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years6 (60.0%)46.0
35 to 50 years4 (40.0%)26.0
Total10 (100.0%)28.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Faulk County

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Faulk County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Faulk County

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Faulk County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree6 (60.0%)47.0
Bachelor's Degree4 (40.0%)63.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total10 (100.0%)28.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Faulk County

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Faulk County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Faulk County

Income Overview in Faulk County

Per Capita Income in Faulk County is $31,533, while median incomes of families and households are $90,288 and $56,734 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,140$31,533
Median Family Income455$90,288
Mean Family Income455$107,096
Median Household Income765$56,734
Mean Household Income765$78,630
Income Deficit455$13,954
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,14019.92%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,14080.08¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,1400.45

Earnings by Sex in Faulk County

Average Earnings in Faulk County are $34,138, $39,323 for men and $31,488 for women, a difference of 19.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Faulk County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male649 (62.8%)$39,323
Female385 (37.2%)$31,488
Total1,034 (100.0%)$34,138

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Faulk County

The most common earnings brackets in Faulk County are $100,000+ for men (72 | 11.1%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (49 | 12.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Faulk County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less65 (10.0%)16 (4.2%)
$2,500 to $4,9996 (0.9%)13 (3.4%)
$5,000 to $7,49922 (3.4%)42 (10.9%)
$7,500 to $9,99914 (2.2%)31 (8.1%)
$10,000 to $12,49950 (7.7%)9 (2.3%)
$12,500 to $14,9995 (0.8%)19 (4.9%)
$15,000 to $17,4998 (1.2%)15 (3.9%)
$17,500 to $19,99925 (3.8%)1 (0.3%)
$20,000 to $22,49914 (2.2%)11 (2.9%)
$22,500 to $24,99930 (4.6%)8 (2.1%)
$25,000 to $29,99926 (4.0%)15 (3.9%)
$30,000 to $34,99933 (5.1%)49 (12.7%)
$35,000 to $39,99933 (5.1%)33 (8.6%)
$40,000 to $44,99927 (4.2%)18 (4.7%)
$45,000 to $49,99917 (2.6%)23 (6.0%)
$50,000 to $54,99949 (7.5%)31 (8.1%)
$55,000 to $64,99959 (9.1%)18 (4.7%)
$65,000 to $74,99930 (4.6%)6 (1.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99964 (9.9%)19 (4.9%)
$100,000+72 (11.1%)8 (2.1%)
Total649 (100.0%)385 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Faulk County

Average earnings in Faulk County are $50,563 for men and $33,795 for women, a difference of 33.2%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $68,125, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $11,875. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $57,857, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $21,875.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Faulk County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$11,875$0
High School Diploma$52,500$21,875
College or Associate's Degree$53,688$35,938
Bachelor's Degree$68,125$36,172
Graduate Degree--
Total$50,563$33,795

Family Income in Faulk County

Family Income Brackets in Faulk County

According to the Faulk County family income data, there are 112 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.6% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Faulk County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99940.9%
$15,000 to $24,999347.5%
$25,000 to $34,999245.3%
$35,000 to $49,999429.2%
$50,000 to $74,9996915.2%
$75,000 to $99,9999120.0%
$100,000 to $149,99911224.6%
$150,000 to $199,9995512.1%
$200,000+245.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Faulk County

3-person families (74 | 16.3%) account for the highest median family income in Faulk County with $120,000 per family, while 2-person families (247 | 54.3%) have the highest median income of $43,656 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Faulk County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families247 (54.3%)$87,313
3-Person Families74 (16.3%)$120,000
4-Person Families50 (11.0%)$92,083
5-Person Families38 (8.4%)$84,286
6-Person Families9 (2.0%)$0
7+ Person Families37 (8.1%)$24,152
Total455 (100.0%)$90,288

Family Income by Number of Earners in Faulk County

The median family income in Faulk County is $90,288, with families comprising 3+ earners (35) having the highest median family income of $126,458, while families with no earners (61) have the lowest median family income of $49,107, accounting for 7.7% and 13.4% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Faulk County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners61 (13.4%)$49,107
1 Earner130 (28.6%)$83,750
2 Earners229 (50.3%)$95,694
3+ Earners35 (7.7%)$126,458
Total455 (100.0%)$90,288

Household Income in Faulk County

Household Income Brackets in Faulk County

With 121 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Faulk County, accounting for 15.8% of all households. In contrast, only 19 households (2.5%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Faulk County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000192.5%
$10,000 to $14,999506.5%
$15,000 to $24,99910513.7%
$25,000 to $34,999526.8%
$35,000 to $49,99911515.0%
$50,000 to $74,99911014.4%
$75,000 to $99,99911114.5%
$100,000 to $149,99912115.8%
$150,000 to $199,999587.6%
$200,000+243.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Faulk County

The median household income in Faulk County is $56,734, with the highest median household income of $74,250 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 217 households (28.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $41,250, with 6 households (0.8%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Faulk County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years6 (0.8%)$41,250
25 to 44 Years217 (28.4%)$74,250
45 to 64 Years254 (33.2%)$71,250
65+ Years288 (37.7%)$48,167
Total765 (100.0%)$56,734

Poverty in Faulk County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Faulk County

With 18.7% poverty level for males and 28.7% for females among the residents of Faulk County, 6 to 11 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 19 males (44.2%) and 54 females (83.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Faulk County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years18 (43.9%)17 (20.7%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years19 (44.2%)33 (28.9%)
12 to 14 Years7 (10.6%)54 (83.1%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)17 (63.0%)
16 and 17 Years4 (10.8%)14 (41.2%)
18 to 24 Years38 (41.3%)33 (51.6%)
25 to 34 Years42 (39.6%)16 (19.8%)
35 to 44 Years25 (25.0%)6 (9.4%)
45 to 54 Years25 (24.0%)28 (23.0%)
55 to 64 Years4 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years7 (5.7%)2 (2.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)85 (48.0%)
Total189 (18.7%)305 (28.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Faulk County

According to the poverty statistics in Faulk County, males aged 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Faulk County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years23 (56.1%)65 (79.3%)
5 Years22 (100.0%)5 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years24 (55.8%)81 (71.1%)
12 to 14 Years59 (89.4%)11 (16.9%)
15 Years8 (100.0%)10 (37.0%)
16 and 17 Years33 (89.2%)20 (58.8%)
18 to 24 Years54 (58.7%)31 (48.4%)
25 to 34 Years64 (60.4%)65 (80.2%)
35 to 44 Years75 (75.0%)58 (90.6%)
45 to 54 Years79 (76.0%)94 (77.0%)
55 to 64 Years155 (97.5%)126 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years116 (94.3%)98 (98.0%)
75 Years and over111 (100.0%)92 (52.0%)
Total823 (81.3%)756 (71.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Faulk County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Faulk County show that 12.3% or 52 of the total 421 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 94.6%, comprising of 35 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.4%, which includes 1 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Faulk County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children246 (99.6%)1 (0.4%)
1 or 2 Children91 (93.8%)6 (6.2%)
3 or 4 Children30 (75.0%)10 (25.0%)
5 or more Children2 (5.4%)35 (94.6%)
Total369 (87.6%)52 (12.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Faulk County

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Faulk County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Faulk County

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Faulk County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children1 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children6 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children10 (25.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children35 (94.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total52 (12.3%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Faulk County

Employment by Class of Employer in Faulk County

Among the 947 employed individuals in Faulk County, private company employees (469 | 49.5%), self-employed (not incorporated) (231 | 24.4%), and local government employees (128 | 13.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Faulk County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees46949.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)464.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)23124.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations404.2%
Local Government Employees12813.5%
State Government Employees141.5%
Federal Government Employees101.1%
Unpaid Family Workers90.9%
Total947100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Faulk County

According to the labor force statistics for Faulk County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,667), 59.0% or 984 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.7% or 36 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 55 to 59 years, with 95.7% or 89 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 32.4% or 34 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Faulk County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years66 (61.7%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years82 (68.3%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years63 (91.3%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years105 (86.8%)34 (32.4%)
35 to 44 Years154 (91.1%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years177 (77.3%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years89 (95.7%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years147 (76.6%)2 (1.4%)
65 to 74 Years82 (35.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over18 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total984 (59.0%)36 (3.7%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Faulk County

According to labor force statistics for Faulk County, 84.2% of individuals (735) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (873) are in the labor force, with 4.9% or 36 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of high school diploma, with 94.5% or 224 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 79.1% or 34 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Faulk County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School43 (91.5%)37 (79.1%)
High School Diploma224 (94.5%)2 (0.9%)
College / Associate Degree332 (78.3%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher136 (82.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total735 (84.2%)43 (4.9%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Faulk County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Faulk County are Management (252 | 26.6%), Community & Social Service (67 | 7.1%), Education Instruction & Library (45 | 4.8%), Computers, Engineering & Science (43 | 4.5%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (40 | 4.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Faulk County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Faulk County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), and Business & Financial (96.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Faulk County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management225 (89.3%)27 (10.7%)
Business & Financial26 (96.3%)1 (3.7%)
Computers, Engineering & Science31 (72.1%)12 (27.9%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Architecture & Engineering2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science29 (78.4%)8 (21.6%)
Community & Social Service 20 (29.8%)47 (70.2%)
Education, Arts & Media10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library8 (17.8%)37 (82.2%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment2 (16.7%)10 (83.3%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)40 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
Total (Category)302 (70.4%)127 (29.6%)
Total (Overall)582 (61.5%)365 (38.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Faulk County are Healthcare Support (48 | 5.1%), Personal Care & Service (17 | 1.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (15 | 1.6%), Security & Protection (14 | 1.5%), and Law Enforcement (14 | 1.5%).
Services Occupations in Faulk County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Faulk County, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (53.3%), Security & Protection (50.0%), and Law Enforcement (50.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Faulk County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)48 (100.0%)
Security & Protection7 (50.0%)7 (50.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement7 (50.0%)7 (50.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance8 (53.3%)7 (46.7%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Total (Category)15 (14.7%)87 (85.3%)
Total (Overall)582 (61.5%)365 (38.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Faulk County are Office & Administration (97 | 10.2%), and Sales & Related (48 | 5.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Faulk County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Faulk County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related8 (16.7%)40 (83.3%)
Office & Administration13 (13.4%)84 (86.6%)
Total (Category)21 (14.5%)124 (85.5%)
Total (Overall)582 (61.5%)365 (38.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Faulk County are Construction & Extraction (80 | 8.5%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (75 | 7.9%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (16 | 1.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Faulk County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Faulk County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry72 (96.0%)3 (4.0%)
Construction & Extraction73 (91.2%)7 (8.7%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)161 (94.2%)10 (5.9%)
Total (Overall)582 (61.5%)365 (38.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Faulk County are Transportation (51 | 5.4%), Material Moving (29 | 3.1%), and Production (20 | 2.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Faulk County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Faulk County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production11 (55.0%)9 (45.0%)
Transportation51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving21 (72.4%)8 (27.6%)
Total (Category)83 (83.0%)17 (17.0%)
Total (Overall)582 (61.5%)365 (38.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Faulk County

Employment Industries in Faulk County

The major employment industries in Faulk County include Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (299 | 31.6%), Retail Trade (92 | 9.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (92 | 9.7%), Construction (85 | 9.0%), and Educational Services (74 | 7.8%).
Employment Industries in Faulk County

Employment Industries by Sex in Faulk County

The Faulk County industries that see more men than women are Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (92.6%), and Wholesale Trade (90.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (95.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Faulk County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting277 (92.6%)22 (7.4%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction75 (88.2%)10 (11.8%)
Manufacturing19 (90.5%)2 (9.5%)
Wholesale Trade10 (90.9%)1 (9.1%)
Retail Trade28 (30.4%)64 (69.6%)
Transportation & Warehousing26 (59.1%)18 (40.9%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information16 (53.3%)14 (46.7%)
Finance & Insurance9 (34.6%)17 (65.4%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific50 (80.6%)12 (19.4%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Administrative & Support4 (26.7%)11 (73.3%)
Educational Services24 (32.4%)50 (67.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance4 (4.3%)88 (95.7%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Public Administration12 (27.3%)32 (72.7%)
Total582 (61.5%)365 (38.5%)

Education in Faulk County

School Enrollment in Faulk County

The most common levels of schooling among the 423 students in Faulk County are high school (125 | 29.5%), middle school (124 | 29.3%), and elementary school (81 | 19.2%).
School Enrollment in Faulk County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool378.7%
Kindergarten255.9%
Elementary School8119.2%
Middle School12429.3%
High School12529.5%
College / Undergraduate215.0%
Graduate / Professional102.4%
Total423100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Faulk County

Out of a total of 423 students who are enrolled in schools in Faulk County, 10 (2.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 413 (97.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 10 (6.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 20 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Faulk County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old99 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds141 (93.4%)10 (6.6%)
15 to 17 Year Olds106 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total413 (97.6%)10 (2.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Faulk County

Education (135 | 40.4%), business (46 | 13.8%), bio, nature & agricultural (35 | 10.5%), science & technology (34 | 10.2%), and visual & performing arts (27 | 8.1%) are the most common fields of study among 334 individuals in Faulk County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Faulk County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics41.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural3510.5%
Physical & Health Sciences41.2%
Psychology51.5%
Social Sciences144.2%
Engineering72.1%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology3410.2%
Business4613.8%
Education13540.4%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History20.6%
Visual & Performing Arts278.1%
Communications20.6%
Arts & Humanities195.7%
Total334100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Faulk County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Faulk County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Faulk County are males with 3 vehicles (157, accounting for 28.6%) and females with 3 vehicles (136, making up 43.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Faulk County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle16 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle62 (11.3%)41 (11.2%)
2 Vehicles87 (15.9%)110 (30.1%)
3 Vehicles157 (28.6%)136 (37.3%)
4 Vehicles105 (19.1%)46 (12.6%)
5 or more Vehicles122 (22.2%)32 (8.8%)
Total549 (100.0%)365 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Faulk County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Faulk County are less than 5 minutes (236 commuters, 29.6%), 5 to 9 minutes (165 commuters, 20.7%), and 10 to 14 minutes (94 commuters, 11.8%).
Commute Time in Faulk County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes23629.6%
5 to 9 Minutes16520.7%
10 to 14 Minutes9411.8%
15 to 19 Minutes749.3%
20 to 24 Minutes334.2%
25 to 29 Minutes30.4%
30 to 34 Minutes9011.3%
35 to 39 Minutes111.4%
40 to 44 Minutes121.5%
45 to 59 Minutes394.9%
60 to 89 Minutes232.9%
90 or more Minutes162.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Faulk County

The most common commute times in Faulk County are less than 5 minutes (148 commuters, 32.0%) for males and less than 5 minutes (88 commuters, 26.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Faulk County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes148 (32.0%)88 (26.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes88 (19.0%)77 (23.1%)
10 to 14 Minutes75 (16.2%)19 (5.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes29 (6.3%)45 (13.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes5 (1.1%)28 (8.4%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)3 (0.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes64 (13.8%)26 (7.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)11 (3.3%)
40 to 44 Minutes8 (1.7%)4 (1.2%)
45 to 59 Minutes12 (2.6%)27 (8.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes18 (3.9%)5 (1.5%)
90 or more Minutes16 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Faulk County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Faulk County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (133, 28.7%) for males and 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (54, 16.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Faulk County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM15 (3.2%)12 (3.6%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM1 (0.2%)4 (1.2%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM2 (0.4%)12 (3.6%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM16 (3.5%)12 (3.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM44 (9.5%)54 (16.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM133 (28.7%)46 (13.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM70 (15.1%)50 (15.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM88 (19.0%)42 (12.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM12 (2.6%)9 (2.7%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM44 (9.5%)40 (12.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM8 (1.7%)3 (0.9%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM1 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM11 (2.4%)39 (11.7%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM18 (3.9%)10 (3.0%)
Total463 (100.0%)333 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Faulk County

Occupancy by Ownership in Faulk County

Of the total 765 dwellings in Faulk County, owner-occupied units account for 637 (83.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 128 (16.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Faulk County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units63783.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units12816.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units765100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Faulk County

Occupancy by Household Size in Faulk County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household29638.7%
2-Person Household25833.7%
3-Person Household7710.1%
4+ Person Household13417.5%
Total Housing Units765100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Faulk County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Faulk County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household210 (71.0%)86 (29.0%)
2-Person Household239 (92.6%)19 (7.4%)
3-Person Household72 (93.5%)5 (6.5%)
4+ Person Household116 (86.6%)18 (13.4%)
Total Housing Units637 (83.3%)128 (16.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Faulk County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Faulk County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School31 (47.7%)34 (52.3%)
High School Diploma122 (83.0%)25 (17.0%)
College/Associate Degree362 (85.6%)61 (14.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher122 (93.9%)8 (6.1%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Faulk County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Faulk County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years12416.2%
35 to 44 Years9912.9%
45 to 54 Years10113.2%
55 to 64 Years15320.0%
65 to 74 Years15420.1%
75 to 84 Years739.5%
85 Years and Over618.0%
Total765100.0%

Housing Finances in Faulk County

Median Income by Occupancy in Faulk County

Median Income by Occupancy in Faulk County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied637 (83.3%)$70,903
Renter-Occupied128 (16.7%)$20,278
Average765 (100.0%)$56,734

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Faulk County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Faulk County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0009 (1.4%)2 (1.6%)
$5,000 to $9,9998 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99916 (2.5%)34 (26.6%)
$15,000 to $19,99933 (5.2%)27 (21.1%)
$20,000 to $24,99936 (5.7%)9 (7.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99939 (6.1%)13 (10.2%)
$35,000 to $49,999101 (15.9%)14 (10.9%)
$50,000 to $74,99995 (14.9%)15 (11.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999101 (15.9%)10 (7.8%)
$100,000 to $149,999119 (18.7%)2 (1.6%)
$150,000 or more80 (12.6%)2 (1.6%)
Total637 (100.0%)128 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Faulk County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Faulk County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30059 (9.3%)4 (3.1%)
$300 to $499147 (23.1%)2 (1.6%)
$500 to $799216 (33.9%)16 (12.5%)
$800 to $99945 (7.1%)10 (7.8%)
$1,000 to $1,49996 (15.1%)5 (3.9%)
$1,500 to $1,99948 (7.5%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49914 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more12 (1.9%)7 (5.5%)
Total637 (100.0%)128 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Faulk County

Housing Structures in Faulk County

Housing Structures in Faulk County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached65185.1%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments131.7%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments20.3%
10 or more Apartments425.5%
Mobile Home / Other577.4%
Total765100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Faulk County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Faulk County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached580 (89.1%)71 (10.9%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)42 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total637 (83.3%)128 (16.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Faulk County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Faulk County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room2 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms12 (1.9%)42 (32.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms164 (25.8%)41 (32.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms211 (33.1%)18 (14.1%)
8 or more Rooms248 (38.9%)27 (21.1%)
Total637 (100.0%)128 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Faulk County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Faulk County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas2 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas314 (49.3%)56 (43.8%)
Electricity283 (44.4%)66 (51.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene20 (3.1%)6 (4.7%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels7 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used11 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total637 (100.0%)128 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Faulk County

Household Vehicle Usage in Faulk County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle2 (0.3%)52 (40.6%)
1 Vehicle103 (16.2%)42 (32.8%)
2 Vehicles168 (26.4%)5 (3.9%)
3 or more Vehicles364 (57.1%)29 (22.7%)
Total637 (100.0%)128 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Faulk County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Faulk County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units442195
Median Property Value$98,100$154,900
Median Household Income$55,735$24
Monthly Housing Costs$522$12
Real Estate Taxes$891$2

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Faulk County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Faulk County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000137 (31.0%)28 (14.4%)
$50,000 to $99,99989 (20.1%)26 (13.3%)
$100,000 to $299,999146 (33.0%)120 (61.5%)
$300,000 to $499,99942 (9.5%)19 (9.7%)
$500,000 to $749,99918 (4.1%)2 (1.0%)
$750,000 to $999,99910 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total442 (100.0%)195 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Faulk County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Faulk County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00015 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99957 (12.9%)2 (1.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99935 (7.9%)28 (14.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99996 (21.7%)4 (2.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99963 (14.2%)5 (2.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99947 (10.6%)32 (16.4%)
$100,000 to $149,99973 (16.5%)54 (27.7%)
$150,000 or more56 (12.7%)46 (23.6%)
Total442 (100.0%)195 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Faulk County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Faulk County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x277 (62.7%)90,096 (46,203.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x27 (6.1%)113 (58.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x17 (3.8%)28 (14.4%)
4.0x or more116 (26.2%)11 (5.6%)
Total442 (100.0%)195 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Faulk County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Faulk County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800192 (43.4%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499102 (23.1%)42 (21.5%)
$800 to $1,499129 (29.2%)97 (49.7%)
Total442 (100.0%)195 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Faulk County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Faulk County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Faulk County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years150 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years402 (94.4%)24 (5.6%)
19 to 25 Years121 (96.0%)5 (4.0%)
26 to 34 Years140 (75.7%)45 (24.3%)
35 to 44 Years158 (96.3%)6 (3.7%)
45 to 54 Years226 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years277 (97.2%)8 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years223 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older288 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,985 (95.8%)88 (4.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Faulk County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Faulk County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born150 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen402 (94.4%)24 (5.6%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen121 (96.0%)5 (4.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Faulk County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Faulk County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000280 (89.2%)34 (10.8%)
$25,000 to $49,999354 (91.2%)34 (8.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999222 (96.5%)8 (3.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999345 (97.5%)9 (2.5%)
$100,000 and over644 (99.5%)3 (0.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Faulk County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Faulk County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 625 (16.7%)138 (92.0%)
6 to 18 Years49 (11.5%)400 (93.9%)
19 to 25 Years2 (1.6%)121 (96.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)140 (75.7%)
35 to 44 Years15 (9.1%)145 (88.4%)
45 to 54 Years9 (4.0%)223 (98.7%)
55 to 64 Years39 (13.7%)250 (87.7%)
65 to 74 Years223 (100.0%)136 (61.0%)
75 Years and over288 (100.0%)105 (36.5%)
Total650 (31.4%)1,658 (80.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Faulk County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Faulk County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years2 (1.1%)2 (0.8%)
18 to 34 Years8 (4.0%)2 (1.4%)
35 to 64 Years51 (14.1%)30 (9.6%)
65 to 74 Years15 (12.2%)10 (10.0%)
75 Years and over50 (45.1%)115 (65.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Faulk County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Faulk County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years38 (10.5%)7 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years4 (3.3%)6 (6.0%)
75 Years and over25 (22.5%)35 (19.8%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Faulk County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years6 (1.7%)6 (1.9%)
65 to 74 Years4 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over8 (7.2%)14 (7.9%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Faulk County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years2 (1.1%)2 (0.8%)
18 to 34 Years8 (4.0%)2 (1.4%)
35 to 64 Years5 (1.4%)3 (1.0%)
65 to 74 Years3 (2.4%)3 (3.0%)
75 Years and over9 (8.1%)26 (14.7%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Faulk County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)2 (1.4%)
35 to 64 Years10 (2.8%)23 (7.4%)
65 to 74 Years11 (8.9%)3 (3.0%)
75 Years and over11 (9.9%)82 (46.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Faulk County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years2 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years1 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (6.3%)31 (17.5%)

Technology Access in Faulk County

Computing Device Access in Faulk County

Computing Device Access in Faulk County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop54270.9%
Smartphone60478.9%
Tablet47962.6%
No Computing Device8611.2%
Total765100.0%

Internet Access in Faulk County

Internet Access in Faulk County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home53670.1%
Cellular Data Only516.7%
Satellite Internet577.4%
No Internet10714.0%
Total765100.0%

Faulk County Summary

Faulk County, South Dakota is located in the north-central part of the state and is bordered by Edmunds County to the north, Spink County to the east, Hand County to the south, and Potter County to the west. The county seat is Faulkton, and the county has a total area of 845 square miles. As of the 2010 census, the population was 2,541, making it the second least populous county in South Dakota.

Geography

Faulk County is located in the northern part of the state, and is mostly rural. The terrain is mostly flat, with rolling hills in the east and south. The county is drained by the Redwater River, which flows through the county from east to west. The county is also home to several small lakes, including Lake Faulkton, Lake Traverse, and Lake Oahe.

Climate

Faulk County has a semi-arid climate, with hot summers and cold winters. The average annual temperature is 48°F, and the average annual precipitation is 17.5 inches.

History

Faulk County was established in 1873, and was named after William Faulk, a prominent early settler. The county seat, Faulkton, was established in 1881. The county was largely agricultural, and the main crops were wheat, corn, and oats.
In the early 20th century, the county experienced a population boom, as many people moved to the area to take advantage of the fertile soil and abundant natural resources. The county also experienced a boom in oil and gas production, and the county seat became a major center for oil and gas exploration.

Economy

Faulk County is largely agricultural, and the main crops are wheat, corn, and oats. The county is also home to several large cattle ranches, and the county is a major producer of beef and dairy products.
The county is also home to several oil and gas fields, and the county seat is a major center for oil and gas exploration. The county is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory and a plastics factory.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Faulk County was 2,541, with a population density of 3 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 97.3% White, 0.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $41,944, and the median income for a family was $50,000. The per capita income for the county was $20,845. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Faulk County?
Total Population of Faulk County is 2,140.
What is the Total Male Population of Faulk County?
Total Male Population of Faulk County is 1,034.
What is the Total Female Population of Faulk County?
Total Female Population of Faulk County is 1,106.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Faulk County?
There are 93.49 Males per 100 Females in Faulk County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Faulk County?
There are 106.96 Females per 100 Males in Faulk County.
What is the Median Population Age in Faulk County?
Median Population Age in Faulk County is 45.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Faulk County
Average Family Size in Faulk County is 3.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Faulk County
Average Household Size in Faulk County is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Faulk County?
Per Capita income in Faulk County is $31,533.
What is the Median Family Income in Faulk County?
Median Family Income in Faulk County is $90,288.
What is the Median Household income in Faulk County?
Median Household Income in Faulk County is $56,734.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Faulk County?
Income or Wage Gap in Faulk County is 19.9%.
Women in Faulk County earn 80.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Faulk County?
Family Income Deficit in Faulk County is $13,954.
Families that are below poverty line in Faulk County earn $13,954 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Faulk County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Faulk County is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Faulk County?
There are 984 People in the Labor Forcein in Faulk County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Faulk County?
59.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Faulk County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Faulk County?
Unemployment Rate in Faulk County is 3.7%.