ZIP Code 57233 in Erwin, SD

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Erwin, South Dakota
Names to Avoid:
Spirit Lake
Counties:Kingsbury County[Primary]
Hamlin County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:7:01:50 AM
Population:131 [See All]
Area Code:605
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:44.5089, -97.4005
Land Area:36.727 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 57233 has 131 residents and 55 households (average 2.38 persons per household). The median age is 38.1 years, about the same as the state (37.7) and about the same as the nation (38.8). The gender split is 55.0% male and 45.0% female, which is higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (96.9%, much higher than the state average of 80.7% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (0.0%, much lower than the national average of 12.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 0.0%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:131Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:240Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:157Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:3.6 people per sq mile
Average Income:$89,375Source: Census ACS
Households:55Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$280,000Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.38Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.65Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--146175126161188157124152139264262257240
Decennial Census118------------------131------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 38.1

Male Median Age: 40.5

Female Median Age: 37.4

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male7544741441131710432
Female547422472043434112
Total12911896511615651014544
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:127100.00%
Black:00%
Hispanic:*00%
Asian:00%
American Indian:00%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:00%
Total:127100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:7254.96%40.5 years
Females:5945.04%37.4 years
Total:131100%38.1 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:240100.00%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:00.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:00.00%
Total Population:240100%
Total Native Population:240100.00%
Total Foreign-born Population:00.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $89,375, which is considerably higher than the state median ($72,421), is up $43,542 (95.0%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $35,625. Family households earn a median of $0 versus $53,611 for nonfamily households (a difference of $53,611). By gender, male median income is $46,761 and female is $29,167, which is well under the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $17,594 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 66.7%, which is higher than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is markedly below the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (59.6%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$45,833$45,250$47,321$45,625$40,625$46,563$39,583$56,250$53,750$126,250$0$0$89,375
Median Family Income$45,000$43,750$65,313$46,042$42,188$56,250$45,625$0$0$170,147$177,647$193,516$0
Median NonFamily Income$49,167$48,750$43,750$38,750$33,750$33,750$35,938$37,083$36,875$65,000$0$53,438$53,611
Median Male Income$31,875$38,000$40,833$37,500$0$33,750$33,750$0$0$57,083$0$52,778$46,761
Median Female Income$31,875$31,161$31,364$30,795$0$31,389$0$0$0$0$25,313$28,214$29,167
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:9466.67%
Unemployed:00.00%
Not In Labor Force:4733.33%
Total:141100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:5659.57%
Service:66.38%
Sales and Office:77.45%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:2324.47%
Production, transportation, and material moving:22.13%
Total Civilian Employed Population:94100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $280,000, which is markedly greater than the state median ($236,800), is up $197,800 (240.63%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $280,000. The median gross rent is $0, which is far less than the state median ($912), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Insufficient data for owner/renter mix. Insufficient data for vacancy rate.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$82,200$53,600$54,100$57,300$57,100$56,100$55,000$71,000$0$271,400$267,900$275,000$280,000
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00.00%
$500 to $999:00.00%
$1,000 to $1,499:00.00%
$1,500 to $1,999:9100.00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:00.00%
Total:9100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):1020.41%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):3061.22%
Renter Occupied:918.37%
Total Occupied Housing Units:49100%

Occupied Housing Units:4974.24%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):1725.76%
Total Housing Units:66100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:6598.48%
Multi-Family Units:00.00%
Other Units:11.52%
Total Housing Units:66100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 12.00% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 100.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 21.70%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.60%). Public coverage is 24.60%, which is falls below the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 6.10%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), down 5.00 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 5.30 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (53.10%). College enrollment is 19.47%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:00.00%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:00.00%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):5660.87%
Some college, no degree:1819.57%
Associate's degree:77.61%
Bachelor's degree:88.70%
Graduate or professional degree:33.26%
Total:92100%
High school or higher:92100.00%
Bachelor's degree or higher:1111.96%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:15057.47%
Public Insurance:5922.61%
No Insurance:5219.92%
Total:261100%
Has Health Insurance:20980.08%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty11.1%23.4%20.5%29.4%41.8%13.2%16.7%13.0%11.4%3.3%5.4%2.2%6.1%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:21.77%
Kindergarten:108.85%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):6053.10%
High school (grades 9-12):1916.81%
College or graduate school:2219.47%
Total:113100%
Early Childhood:1210.62%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):8978.76%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


Business demographic information for ZIP Code 57233 is not available at this time. USPS data shows 66 residential mailboxes and 3 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:66Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:3Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:69Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:66Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:0Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$0Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$0Source: CBP
# of Employees:0Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 57233 is located in Kingsbury County, South Dakota, within the Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA ). This area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 57233. It covers 36.727 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.

CBSA Name:--Source: Census
CBSA Number:--Source: Census
CBSA Type:--Source: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:0Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:36.727 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:--Source: Census
Congressional District:No DistrictsSource: USPS
Congressional Land Area: sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:4619860Source: Census
Place Name:Erwin town; South DakotaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


57234 | | 57232

Schools in ZIP Code 57233


We could not locate which school district 57233 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Lake Preston Middle School - 03 300 1st St Ne
Lake Preston, SD 57249
District: Lake Preston School District 38-3Nearby
Lake Preston High School - 01 300 1st St Ne
Lake Preston, SD 57249
District: Lake Preston School District 38-3Nearby
Lake Preston Elementary - 02 300 1st St Ne
Lake Preston, SD 57249
District: Lake Preston School District 38-3Nearby
De Smet High School - 01 405 3rd St Sw
De Smet, SD 57231
District: De Smet School District 38-2Nearby
De Smet Middle School - 03 405 3rd St Sw
De Smet, SD 57231
District: De Smet School District 38-2Nearby
Sunny Plains Christian School 403 School St
Iroquois, SD 57353
District: Private SchoolNearby
Volga Christian School 223 E 6th St
Volga, SD 57071
District: Private SchoolNearby
Immaculate Conception School 109 3rd St Se
Watertown, SD 57201
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 57233


Lake Area Technical College 1201 Arrow Avenue
Watertown, SD 57201-0730
Type: Post Secondary
Institute Of Lutheran Theology 910 4th Street
Brookings, SD 57006
Type: Post Secondary
South Dakota State University 1004 Campanile Ave
Brookings, SD 57007-1898
Type: Post Secondary
Dakota State University 820 N Washington Ave
Madison, SD 57042-1799
Type: Post Secondary
Mitchell Technical College 1800 E. Spruce Street
Mitchell, SD 57301
Type: Post Secondary
Dakota Wesleyan University 1200 W University Ave
Mitchell, SD 57301-4398
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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