Sturgis, South Dakota is a city located in the northern part of the state and has a population of over 7,000 people. The population density of Sturgis is 1,179 people per square mile, which is much lower than the average US population density of 93 people per square mile. Sturgis offers many attractions for its residents and visitors alike. Locally owned businesses include Saloon No 10 Restaurant & Saloon, Big Rock Bistro & Brews, and Cowboy’s Bar & Grill. In addition to these restaurants there are also many year-round outdoor activities available such as camping, hiking trails, skiing, snowmobiling and much more. The city also hosts several sporting events throughout the year including professional bull riding at the Buffalo Chip Campground and Cross Country Motocross racing at the Sturgis Offroad Park. There are also many organizations that actively promote community events such as concerts music festivals and art shows throughout the region throughout the year.
The population in Sturgis is 7,088. There are 1,198 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Sturgis is 40.9, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Sturgis is 2.2, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Sturgis
- 50.1% are married
- 15.2% are divorced
- 22.2% are married with children
- 24.7% have children, but are single
Race in Sturgis
- 90.6% are White
- 0.3% are Black
- 0.4% are Asian
- 0.6% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 4.1% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 4.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander