Custer, South Dakota is a small town located in southern South Dakota. This town has a population of 5,484 people, with a population density of 10 people per square mile. It is known for its quaint downtown area with local businesses like the Black Hills Playhouse, Blaikie's Bakery, and the Custer State Park. Year-round outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing and camping are abundant in the picturesque Black Hills region. There are also several organizations and associations in Custer such as the Crazy Horse Memorial and the South Dakota State Museum. Local sporting events include the annual Custer State Park Buffalo Roundup, as well as rodeo competitions held throughout the year.
The population in Custer (zip 57730) is 5,484. There are 10 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Custer (zip 57730) is 53.3, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Custer (zip 57730) is 2.1, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Custer (zip 57730)
- 63.3% are married
- 14.6% are divorced
- 23.5% are married with children
- 10.2% have children, but are single
Race in Custer (zip 57730)
- 90.7% are White
- 0.3% are Black
- 0.1% are Asian
- 3.9% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 3.6% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.4% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander