Davison County, South Dakota is located in the southeastern part of the state and is home to over 19,000 people. The county seat is Mitchell, which is the largest city in the county. The county is part of the Mitchell Micropolitan Statistical Area, which includes nearby Hanson and Sanborn counties.
The economy of Davison County is largely based on agriculture, with the top commodities being corn, soybeans, and wheat. There are also several manufacturing and service industries in the county, including food processing, metal fabrication, and healthcare. The unemployment rate in Davison County is slightly below the national average, at 3.2%.
The population of Davison County is largely white (94.2%), with small percentages of Native American (2.8%), African American (1.6%), and Asian (1.4%) residents. The median household income in the county is $53,846, which is slightly below the national average. The poverty rate in the county is 11.3%, which is slightly higher than the national average.
The education system in Davison County is served by the Mitchell School District, which consists of seven elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school. The district also offers a variety of vocational and technical programs. The graduation rate in the district is slightly higher than the national average, at 88.5%.
The real estate market in Davison County is relatively affordable, with the median home value being $159,000. The median rent is $749 per month, which is slightly lower than the national average. The average days on the market for homes is 65 days, which is slightly lower than the national average. The housing market in the county is largely made up of single-family homes, with a small percentage of apartments and condos.