Hughes, SD County is located in the state of South Dakota. It has a population of 17,829 people and a population density of 23 people per square mile, which is lower than the US Population Density of 93 people per Square Mile. Local businesses and organizations in Hughes County include a range of cafes, restaurants, stores, banks, and small businesses. Year-round outdoor activities include fishing, camping, hiking trails at Cedar Shore State Park or West Point Marina & Recreational area. Organizations such as 4-H Clubs create recreational opportunities for communities and visitors to Hughes County. Sports enthusiasts can also enjoy local sporting events such as basketball games at Pierre High School or track meets at Riggs High School.
The population in Hughes County is 17,829. There are 24 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Hughes County is 39, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Hughes County is 2.3, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Hughes County
- 52.7% are married
- 10.4% are divorced
- 39.1% are married with children
- 9.0% have children, but are single
Race in Hughes County
- 83.1% are White
- 0.5% are Black
- 0.4% are Asian
- 10.3% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 2.9% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.8% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander