The demographic distribution of women and children in a state, county or city can have an impact on the rates of birth outcomes in that area. When comparing the rates of health indicators between different geographic regions, these distributions should be taken into consideration.
Last updated:
February 2024
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The total population of South Dakota in 2022 was 909,824.
In South Dakota in 2022, the population of children under the age of 19 was 243,129.
In South Dakota in 2022, the population of women ages 15-44 was 168,448.
During 2020-2022 (average), about 1 in 8 women of childbearing age (ages 15-44) (12.4%) in South Dakota were living in families with incomes below the Federal Poverty Level.
Sources: US Census Bureau. Population estimates based on bridged race categories released by the National Center for Health Statistics. Retrieved April 26, 2024, from www.marchofdimes.org/peristats.
In South Dakota in 2022, the population of women ages 15-44 was 168,448.
The demographic distribution of women and children in a state, county or city can have an impact on the rates of birth outcomes in that area. When comparing the rates of health indicators between different geographic regions, these distributions should be considered.