Rapid City, SD Metro Area is a thriving area that has a population of 138,268 with a population density of 18.52 people per square mile. This city provides many opportunities for residents to enjoy year-round outdoor activities such as camping, hiking, fishing, boating and skiing in nearby Black Hills National Forest. There are also plenty of local attractions such as Rushmore Plaza Civic Center Arena and Dinosaur Park. For those who are looking to shop, Rapid City has several stores including Walmart Supercenter and Rushmore Mall. Additionally, Rapid City is home to several sporting events like basketball and football games at the Rushmore Plaza Civic Arena or hockey games at Rushmore Thunderdome. Lastly, the city offers organizations such as the Rapid City Area Chamber of Commerce which helps support businesses in the area and encourage economic development in the region.
The population in Rapid City Metro Area is 138,268. There are 18 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Rapid City Metro Area is 38.4, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Rapid City Metro Area is 2.4, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Rapid City Metro Area
- 51.8% are married
- 13.8% are divorced
- 29.0% are married with children
- 16.8% have children, but are single
Race in Rapid City Metro Area
- 82.5% are White
- 1.2% are Black
- 1.1% are Asian
- 6.7% are Native American
- 0.1% claim Other
- 4.6% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 3.9% Two or more races
- 0.1% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander