Mellette, SD is a small but vibrant town with a population of 215. It has a population density of 828 people per square mile, making it much more densely populated than the United States on average which has a population density of 93 people per square mile. It is home to several local businesses such as Mellette Family Grocery and B&J Upholstery that provide essential services and products to residents. There are also several year-round outdoor activities for locals to enjoy including hunting, fishing, camping, and other recreational activities in nearby parks. The local organizations are active in the community including the Lions Club, American Legion, and volunteer fire department that all organize various events throughout the year. Lastly, Mellette is home to some exciting sporting events such as basketball tournaments at the local high school and even an annual rodeo!
The population in Mellette is 215. There are 840 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Mellette is 41, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Mellette is 2.3, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Mellette
- 49.4% are married
- 20.3% are divorced
- 20.9% are married with children
- 25.6% have children, but are single
Race in Mellette
- 100.0% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander