ZIP Code 57555 in Mission, SD

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Mission, South Dakota
Names to Avoid:
Hidden Timber, Olsonville, Pine Run
County:Todd County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:7:06:16 AM
Population:3,980 [See All]
Area Code:605
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:43.1943, -100.4744
Land Area:339.922 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 57555 has 3,980 residents and 1,173 households (average 3.36 persons per household). The median age is 25.5 years, significantly younger than the state (37.7) and significantly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 47.4% male and 52.6% female, which is slightly lower than the state male share (50.3%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are American Indian & Alaska Native (86.8%, much higher than the state average of 8.8% and well above the national average of 1.1%) and White (8.2%, much lower than the state average of 80.7% and well below the national average of 61.6%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 3.1%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%), and American Indian & Alaska Native share is much higher than both the state (8.8%) and national averages (1.1%).

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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:3,980Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:3,530Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:252Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:11.7 people per sq mile
Average Income:$38,772Source: Census ACS
Households:1,173Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$73,800Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:3.36Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.98Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--2,8243,2053,4673,7114,0994,3434,2024,4244,2924,3693,6703,5163,530
Decennial Census3,834------------------3,980------
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: 25.5

Male Median Age: 24.4

Female Median Age: 26.2

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male22226918417111210111612510987818075525827162
Female2272422191791301571181661089199104699733211617
Total44951140335024225823429121717818018414414991483219
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:3258.26%
Black:60.15%
Hispanic:*1223.10%
Asian:210.53%
American Indian:3,45387.73%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:90.23%
Total:3,936100%
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:1,88747.41%24.4 years
Females:2,09352.59%26.2 years
Total:3,980100%25.5 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:3,43297.22%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:00.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:551.56%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:432.78%
Total Population:3,530100%
Total Native Population:3,43297.22%
Total Foreign-born Population:982.78%
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 $38,772, which is far less than the national median ($78,538), is up $309 (0.8%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $6,765. Family households earn a median of $42,250 versus $18,369 for nonfamily households (a difference of $23,881). By gender, male median income is $41,635 and female is $43,529, which is well under the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $1,894 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 51.7%, which is markedly below the state rate (67.5%). The unemployment rate is 13.5%, which is considerably above the state rate (3.0%). The largest occupation group is Management (54.3%).

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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$38,463$38,203$36,731$33,795$36,435$33,555$30,217$28,594$32,007$30,678$31,912$36,006$38,772
Median Family Income$40,882$38,924$34,487$33,042$33,018$30,494$25,526$29,063$34,356$31,284$33,368$37,202$42,250
Median NonFamily Income$20,598$22,500$30,735$25,417$28,750$34,833$30,735$24,375$21,875$22,857$17,188$18,625$18,369
Median Male Income$26,132$31,359$32,847$26,884$34,583$38,088$38,107$37,067$39,821$37,734$39,297$42,857$41,635
Median Female Income$31,714$31,975$32,083$34,181$32,168$31,580$31,523$31,330$31,617$31,192$37,143$43,125$43,529
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:98644.27%
Unemployed:1556.96%
Not In Labor Force:1,08648.77%
Total:2,227100%
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:53554.26%
Service:11511.66%
Sales and Office:14714.91%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:656.59%
Production, transportation, and material moving:12412.58%
Total Civilian Employed Population:986100%
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 $73,800, which is much lower than the national median ($303,400), is up $33,600 (83.58%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $35,400. The median gross rent is $535, which is far less than the national median ($1,348), is up $158 (41.91%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $86. Of occupied housing, owners make up 53.32% (21.80% with a mortgage, 78.20% free-and-clear) and renters 46.68% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 17.19%, which is considerably higher than the national rate (10.43%).

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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$40,200$43,200$33,100$33,200$31,400$48,500$38,500$35,400$38,400$38,000$40,000$64,800$73,800
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:17835.18%
$500 to $999:19738.93%
$1,000 to $1,499:387.51%
$1,500 to $1,999:00.00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:9318.38%
Total:506100%
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$377$415$428$456$444$445$426$435$449$466$486$557$535
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):12611.62%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):45241.70%
Renter Occupied:50646.68%
Total Occupied Housing Units:1,084100%

Occupied Housing Units:1,08482.81%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):22517.19%
Total Housing Units:1,309100%
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:76758.59%
Multi-Family Units:30823.53%
Other Units:23417.88%
Total Housing Units:1,309100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 21.60% 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 86.40%, which is markedly below the state rate (93.00%). The uninsured rate is 17.80%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.60%). Private coverage is 33.50%, which is markedly below the state rate (72.80%). Public coverage is 55.60%, which is markedly above the state rate (30.80%). The share of people in poverty is 31.20%, which is markedly above the state rate (7.40%), up 7.80 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 11.50 percentage points. This signals a sharp increase in hardship - a shrinking consumer base, heavy pressure on public services, and job-market contraction risks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (54.81%). College enrollment is 9.89%, which is far lower than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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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:723.89%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:1799.68%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):40521.89%
Some college, no degree:65235.24%
Associate's degree:1427.68%
Bachelor's degree:28715.51%
Graduate or professional degree:1136.11%
Total:1,850100%
High school or higher:1,59986.43%
Bachelor's degree or higher:40021.62%
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:1,17631.30%
Public Insurance:1,95652.06%
No Insurance:62516.64%
Total:3,757100%
Has Health Insurance:3,13283.36%
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 Poverty23.4%26.6%33.7%37.5%40.4%47.4%50.9%47.0%42.7%40.4%39.6%34.0%31.2%
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:837.67%
Kindergarten:787.21%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):59354.81%
High school (grades 9-12):22120.43%
College or graduate school:1079.89%
Total:1,082100%
Early Childhood:16114.88%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):89282.44%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 57555 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 41 business establishments, employing about 515 people with an annual payroll of $15,932,000. USPS data shows 75 residential mailboxes and 2 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:75Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:2Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:1,046Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:65Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:41Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$3,786,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$15,932,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:515Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 57555 is located in Todd 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 57555. It covers 339.922 sq mi of land and a water area of 1.047 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:339.922 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:1.047 sq miSource: 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:4642940Source: Census
Place Name:Mission city; South DakotaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


57559 | | 57553

Schools in ZIP Code 57555


ZIP Code 57555 is in the Todd County School District 66-1, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 6 public school(s) in this ZIP Code, and we have located 3 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Todd County High School - 01 820 Main St
Mission, SD 57555
District: Todd County School District 66-1
Todd County Middle School - 10 27000 US Hwy 83
Mission, SD 57555
District: Todd County School District 66-1
Resource Center - 11 815 Ave D
Mission, SD 57555
District: Todd County School District 66-1
Todd County Elementary - 16 27011 US Highway 83
Mission, SD 57555
District: Todd County School District 66-1
Todd County Achievement High School - 17 815 Ave D
Mission, SD 57555
District: Todd County School District 66-1
Todd County Achievement Middle School - 18 181 W Denver St
Mission, SD 57555
District: Todd County School District 66-1
Sapa Un Catholic Academy Elementary 350 S Oak St
Saint Francis, SD 57572
District: Private SchoolNearby
St Joseph Indian School 1301 N Main St
Chamberlain, SD 57325
District: Private SchoolNearby
Lakota Waldorf School 3 Mile Creek Rd
Kyle, SD 57752
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 57555


Sinte Gleska University E. Highway 18, 101 Antelope Lake Circle
Mission, SD 57555-0105
Type: Post Secondary
Oglala Lakota College 490 Piya Wiconi Road
Kyle, SD 57752-0490
Type: Post Secondary
Dakota Wesleyan University 1200 W University Ave
Mitchell, SD 57301-4398
Type: Post Secondary
Mitchell Technical College 1800 E. Spruce Street
Mitchell, SD 57301
Type: Post Secondary
Chadron State College 1000 Main St
Chadron, NE 69337-2690
Type: Post Secondary
Mid-Plains Community College 1101 Halligan Drive
North Platte, NE 69101
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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