Chester, SD

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Chester Overview

237
TOTAL POPULATION
158
MALE POPULATION
79
FEMALE POPULATION
200.00
MALES / 100 FEMALES
50.00
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.9
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$36,080
PER CAPITA INCOME
$114,286
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$64,868
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
33.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
66.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.29
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
133
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
74.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Chester Zip Codes

Chester Area Codes

Race in Chester

The most populous races in Chester are White / Caucasian (229 | 96.6%), and Two or more Races (8 | 3.4%).
Race in Chester
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino00.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian22996.6%
Two or more Races83.4%
Some other Race00.0%
Total237100.0%

Ancestry in Chester

The most populous ancestries reported in Chester are German (134 | 56.5%), Norwegian (43 | 18.1%), Dutch (42 | 17.7%), Irish (25 | 10.5%), and English (20 | 8.4%), together accounting for 111.4% of all Chester residents.
Ancestry in Chester
Ancestry# Population% Population
American10.4%
Danish20.8%
Dutch4217.7%
English208.4%
French41.7%
German13456.5%
Irish2510.5%
Norwegian4318.1%
Scottish31.3%
Sioux52.1%
Swedish31.3%
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Immigrants in Chester

Immigrants in Chester
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Chester

Sex and Age in Chester

The most populous age groups in Chester are 5 to 9 Years (33 | 20.9%) for men and 45 to 49 Years (16 | 20.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in Chester
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Years33 (20.9%)3 (3.8%)
10 to 14 Years18 (11.4%)3 (3.8%)
15 to 19 Years17 (10.8%)2 (2.5%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years4 (2.5%)2 (2.5%)
30 to 34 Years15 (9.5%)3 (3.8%)
35 to 39 Years4 (2.5%)15 (19.0%)
40 to 44 Years15 (9.5%)6 (7.6%)
45 to 49 Years6 (3.8%)16 (20.3%)
50 to 54 Years18 (11.4%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years8 (5.1%)7 (8.9%)
60 to 64 Years8 (5.1%)9 (11.4%)
65 to 69 Years6 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
70 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)7 (8.9%)
75 to 79 Years4 (2.5%)4 (5.1%)
80 to 84 Years2 (1.3%)2 (2.5%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total158 (100.0%)79 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Chester

Median Family Size in Chester

The median family size in Chester is 2.83 persons per family, with married-couple families (53 | 80.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.98 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (5 | 7.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.20 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Chester
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple53 (80.3%)2.98
Single Male/Father8 (12.1%)2.25
Single Female/Mother5 (7.6%)2.20
Total Families66 (100.0%)2.83

Median Household Size in Chester

The median household size in Chester is 2.08 persons per household, with married-couple households (53 | 46.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.98 persons per household. non-family households (48 | 42.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.04 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Chester
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple53 (46.5%)2.98
Single Male/Father8 (7.0%)2.25
Single Female/Mother5 (4.4%)2.20
Non-family48 (42.1%)1.04
Total Households114 (100.0%)2.08

Household Size by Marriage Status in Chester

Out of a total of 114 households in Chester, 66 (57.9%) are family households, while 48 (42.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 21, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 45.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Chester
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-45 (39.5%)
2-Person Households21 (18.4%)3 (2.6%)
3-Person Households17 (14.9%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households14 (12.3%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households14 (12.3%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total66 (57.9%)48 (42.1%)

Female Fertility in Chester

Fertility by Age in Chester

Female Fertility by Age in Chester
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Chester

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Chester
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Chester

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Chester
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Chester

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Chester
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Chester

Income Overview in Chester

Per Capita Income in Chester is $36,080, while median incomes of families and households are $114,286 and $64,868 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income237$36,080
Median Family Income66$114,286
Mean Family Income66$106,742
Median Household Income114$64,868
Mean Household Income114$80,749
Income Deficit66$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)23733.46%
Wage / Income Gap ($)23766.54¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2370.29

Earnings by Sex in Chester

Average Earnings in Chester are $50,417, $63,667 for men and $42,361 for women, a difference of 33.5%.
Earnings by Sex in Chester
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male86 (62.8%)$63,667
Female51 (37.2%)$42,361
Total137 (100.0%)$50,417

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Chester

The most common earnings brackets in Chester are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (18 | 20.9%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (11 | 21.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Chester
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)2 (3.9%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)3 (5.9%)
$5,000 to $7,4995 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9995 (5.8%)7 (13.7%)
$10,000 to $12,4998 (9.3%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9992 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)3 (5.9%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)2 (3.9%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9992 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,9996 (7.0%)9 (17.6%)
$45,000 to $49,9998 (9.3%)6 (11.8%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)3 (5.9%)
$55,000 to $64,99915 (17.4%)11 (21.6%)
$65,000 to $74,9994 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99918 (20.9%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+13 (15.1%)5 (9.8%)
Total86 (100.0%)51 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Chester

Average earnings in Chester are $64,667 for men and $45,417 for women, a difference of 29.8%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $99,583, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $62,583. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $41,250, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $41,250.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Chester
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$62,583$0
College or Associate's Degree$99,583$41,250
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$64,667$45,417

Family Income in Chester

Family Income Brackets in Chester

According to the Chester family income data, there are 38 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 57.6% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Chester
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,99900.0%
$35,000 to $49,99957.6%
$50,000 to $74,9991116.7%
$75,000 to $99,999913.6%
$100,000 to $149,9993857.6%
$150,000 to $199,99934.5%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Chester

3-person families (17 | 25.8%) account for the highest median family income in Chester with $92,250 per family, while 2-person families (21 | 31.8%) have the highest median income of $37,032 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Chester
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families21 (31.8%)$74,063
3-Person Families17 (25.8%)$92,250
4-Person Families14 (21.2%)$0
5-Person Families14 (21.2%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total66 (100.0%)$114,286

Family Income by Number of Earners in Chester

Family Income by Number of Earners in Chester
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners2 (3.0%)$0
1 Earner22 (33.3%)$114,500
2 Earners23 (34.8%)$86,563
3+ Earners19 (28.8%)$135,341
Total66 (100.0%)$114,286

Household Income in Chester

Household Income Brackets in Chester

With 38 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Chester, accounting for 33.3% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Chester
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00032.6%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99943.5%
$25,000 to $34,99976.1%
$35,000 to $49,9992219.3%
$50,000 to $74,9992824.6%
$75,000 to $99,99997.9%
$100,000 to $149,9993833.3%
$150,000 to $199,99932.6%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Chester

The median household income in Chester is $64,868, with the highest median household income of $86,875 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 44 households (38.6%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Chester
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years44 (38.6%)$86,875
45 to 64 Years48 (42.1%)$0
65+ Years22 (19.3%)$52,500
Total114 (100.0%)$64,868

Poverty in Chester

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Chester

With 2.5% poverty level for males and 6.3% for females among the residents of Chester, 45 to 54 year old males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 4 males (16.7%) and 3 females (50.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Chester
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years4 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)2 (12.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)3 (50.0%)
Total4 (2.5%)5 (6.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Chester

According to the poverty statistics in Chester, males aged 6 to 11 years and females aged 6 to 11 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Chester
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years45 (100.0%)3 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years6 (100.0%)3 (100.0%)
15 Years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years3 (100.0%)2 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years19 (100.0%)5 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years19 (100.0%)21 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years20 (83.3%)16 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years16 (100.0%)14 (87.5%)
65 to 74 Years6 (100.0%)7 (100.0%)
75 Years and over6 (100.0%)3 (50.0%)
Total154 (97.5%)74 (93.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Chester

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Chester
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Chester

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Chester
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Chester

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Chester
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Chester

Employment by Class of Employer in Chester

Among the 126 employed individuals in Chester, private company employees (105 | 83.3%), not-for-profit organizations (9 | 7.1%), and self-employed (incorporated) (6 | 4.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Chester
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees10583.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)64.8%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)00.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations97.1%
Local Government Employees64.8%
State Government Employees00.0%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total126100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Chester

According to the labor force statistics for Chester, out of the total population over 16 years of age (178), 74.7% or 133 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.3% or 7 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 6 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 55 to 59 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 33.3% or 5 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Chester
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years14 (82.4%)2 (14.3%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years30 (75.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years36 (90.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years15 (100.0%)5 (33.3%)
60 to 64 Years11 (64.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years3 (23.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total133 (74.7%)7 (5.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Chester

According to labor force statistics for Chester, 85.3% of individuals (116) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (136) are in the labor force, with 4.3% or 5 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of less than high school, with 100.0% or 3 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 11.4% or 5 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Chester
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma44 (95.7%)5 (11.4%)
College / Associate Degree48 (82.8%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher21 (72.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total116 (85.3%)6 (4.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Chester

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Chester are Community & Social Service (11 | 8.7%), Education, Arts & Media (9 | 7.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (6 | 4.8%), Management (5 | 4.0%), and Health Technologists (3 | 2.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Chester

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Chester
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)75 (59.5%)51 (40.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Chester are Food Preparation & Serving (13 | 10.3%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (9 | 7.1%).
Services Occupations in Chester

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Chester, the most male-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (61.5%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (22.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (77.8%), and Food Preparation & Serving (38.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Chester
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving8 (61.5%)5 (38.5%)
Cleaning & Maintenance2 (22.2%)7 (77.8%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)10 (45.5%)12 (54.5%)
Total (Overall)75 (59.5%)51 (40.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Chester are Office & Administration (20 | 15.9%), and Sales & Related (13 | 10.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Chester

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Chester
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration3 (15.0%)17 (85.0%)
Total (Category)16 (48.5%)17 (51.5%)
Total (Overall)75 (59.5%)51 (40.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Chester are Construction & Extraction (18 | 14.3%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (16 | 12.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Chester

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Chester
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)75 (59.5%)51 (40.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Chester are Production (8 | 6.4%), and Material Moving (7 | 5.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Chester

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Chester
OccupationMaleFemale
Production8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)75 (59.5%)51 (40.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Chester

Employment Industries in Chester

The major employment industries in Chester include Manufacturing (24 | 19.1%), Accommodation & Food Services (24 | 19.1%), Construction (20 | 15.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (15 | 11.9%), and Finance & Insurance (10 | 7.9%).
Employment Industries in Chester

Employment Industries by Sex in Chester

The Chester industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Manufacturing (100.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (41.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Educational Services (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Chester
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting2 (40.0%)3 (60.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services10 (41.7%)14 (58.3%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total75 (59.5%)51 (40.5%)

Education in Chester

School Enrollment in Chester

The most common levels of schooling among the 56 students in Chester are elementary school (23 | 41.1%), high school (17 | 30.4%), and kindergarten (10 | 17.9%).
School Enrollment in Chester
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten1017.9%
Elementary School2341.1%
Middle School610.7%
High School1730.4%
College / Undergraduate00.0%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total56100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Chester

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Chester
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Chester

Bio, nature & agricultural (14 | 33.3%), social sciences (9 | 21.4%), education (9 | 21.4%), arts & humanities (5 | 11.9%), and science & technology (3 | 7.1%) are the most common fields of study among 42 individuals in Chester who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Chester
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1433.3%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences921.4%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology37.1%
Business00.0%
Education921.4%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts24.8%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities511.9%
Total42100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Chester

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Chester

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Chester are males with 4 vehicles (34, accounting for 45.3%) and females with 4 vehicles (20, making up 66.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Chester
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle17 (22.7%)12 (23.5%)
2 Vehicles21 (28.0%)17 (33.3%)
3 Vehicles3 (4.0%)2 (3.9%)
4 Vehicles34 (45.3%)20 (39.2%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total75 (100.0%)51 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Chester

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Chester are 45 to 59 minutes (34 commuters, 27.9%), 35 to 39 minutes (24 commuters, 19.7%), and 20 to 24 minutes (16 commuters, 13.1%).
Commute Time in Chester
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1310.7%
5 to 9 Minutes43.3%
10 to 14 Minutes00.0%
15 to 19 Minutes00.0%
20 to 24 Minutes1613.1%
25 to 29 Minutes1310.7%
30 to 34 Minutes1512.3%
35 to 39 Minutes2419.7%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes3427.9%
60 to 89 Minutes32.5%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Chester

The most common commute times in Chester are 35 to 39 minutes (20 commuters, 28.2%) for males and 45 to 59 minutes (15 commuters, 29.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Chester
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes8 (11.3%)5 (9.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes0 (0.0%)4 (7.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes6 (8.5%)10 (19.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)13 (25.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes15 (21.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes20 (28.2%)4 (7.8%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes19 (26.8%)15 (29.4%)
60 to 89 Minutes3 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Chester

The most frequent times of departure to work in Chester are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (16, 22.5%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (17, 33.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Chester
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM7 (9.9%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM15 (21.1%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM14 (19.7%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM16 (22.5%)3 (5.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM6 (8.5%)17 (33.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM3 (4.2%)17 (33.3%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)9 (17.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)2 (3.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM8 (11.3%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)3 (5.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM2 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total71 (100.0%)51 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Chester

Occupancy by Ownership in Chester

Of the total 114 dwellings in Chester, owner-occupied units account for 96 (84.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 18 (15.8%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Chester
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units9684.2%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1815.8%
Total Occupied Housing Units114100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Chester

Occupancy by Household Size in Chester
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household4539.5%
2-Person Household2421.0%
3-Person Household1714.9%
4+ Person Household2824.6%
Total Housing Units114100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Chester

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Chester
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household41 (91.1%)4 (8.9%)
2-Person Household21 (87.5%)3 (12.5%)
3-Person Household17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household17 (60.7%)11 (39.3%)
Total Housing Units96 (84.2%)18 (15.8%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Chester

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Chester
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma39 (92.9%)3 (7.1%)
College/Associate Degree36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher16 (51.6%)15 (48.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Chester

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Chester
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1916.7%
35 to 44 Years2521.9%
45 to 54 Years2521.9%
55 to 64 Years2320.2%
65 to 74 Years1311.4%
75 to 84 Years97.9%
85 Years and Over00.0%
Total114100.0%

Housing Finances in Chester

Median Income by Occupancy in Chester

Median Income by Occupancy in Chester
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied96 (84.2%)$64,605
Renter-Occupied18 (15.8%)$0
Average114 (100.0%)$64,868

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Chester

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Chester
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0001 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9992 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)4 (22.2%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9997 (7.3%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99919 (19.8%)3 (16.7%)
$50,000 to $74,99928 (29.2%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9999 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99927 (28.1%)11 (61.1%)
$150,000 or more3 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total96 (100.0%)18 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Chester

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Chester
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49911 (11.5%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79925 (26.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $99933 (34.4%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49924 (25.0%)18 (100.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9993 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total96 (100.0%)18 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Chester

Housing Structures in Chester

Housing Structures in Chester
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached114100.0%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total114100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Chester

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Chester
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached96 (84.2%)18 (15.8%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total96 (84.2%)18 (15.8%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Chester

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Chester
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms2 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms42 (43.8%)7 (38.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms30 (31.2%)11 (61.1%)
8 or more Rooms22 (22.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total96 (100.0%)18 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Chester

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Chester
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas44 (45.8%)14 (77.8%)
Electricity37 (38.5%)4 (22.2%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene5 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels9 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total96 (100.0%)18 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Chester

Household Vehicle Usage in Chester
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle2 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle35 (36.5%)4 (22.2%)
2 Vehicles30 (31.2%)3 (16.7%)
3 or more Vehicles29 (30.2%)11 (61.1%)
Total96 (100.0%)18 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Chester

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Chester

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units3165
Median Property Value$165,600$122,700
Median Household Income$63,438$0
Monthly Housing Costs$556$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,656$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Chester

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Chester
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99911 (35.5%)8 (12.3%)
$100,000 to $299,99915 (48.4%)57 (87.7%)
$300,000 to $499,9993 (9.7%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more2 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total31 (100.0%)65 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Chester

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Chester
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0003 (9.7%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9998 (25.8%)7 (10.8%)
$50,000 to $74,99911 (35.5%)11 (16.9%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)17 (26.2%)
$100,000 to $149,9996 (19.4%)9 (13.9%)
$150,000 or more3 (9.7%)21 (32.3%)
Total31 (100.0%)65 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Chester

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Chester
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x15 (48.4%)64,917 (99,872.3%)
2.0x to 2.9x8 (25.8%)51 (78.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x0 (0.0%)7 (10.8%)
4.0x or more8 (25.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total31 (100.0%)65 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Chester

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Chester
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8007 (22.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4996 (19.4%)30 (46.2%)
$800 to $1,49918 (58.1%)32 (49.2%)
Total31 (100.0%)65 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Chester

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chester

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chester
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years74 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years2 (50.0%)2 (50.0%)
26 to 34 Years22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years21 (65.6%)11 (34.4%)
65 to 74 Years13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total224 (94.5%)13 (5.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Chester

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Chester
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen74 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen2 (50.0%)2 (50.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Chester

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Chester
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0007 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99930 (83.3%)6 (16.7%)
$50,000 to $74,99939 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99913 (65.0%)7 (35.0%)
$100,000 and over135 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chester

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chester
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 60 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years3 (4.1%)71 (96.0%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)2 (50.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years2 (5.0%)40 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years4 (10.0%)36 (90.0%)
55 to 64 Years11 (34.4%)17 (53.1%)
65 to 74 Years13 (100.0%)9 (69.2%)
75 Years and over12 (100.0%)7 (58.3%)
Total45 (19.0%)204 (86.1%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Chester

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Chester
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)2 (25.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years6 (10.2%)10 (18.9%)
65 to 74 Years4 (66.7%)4 (57.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)2 (33.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Chester

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Chester: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years2 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)4 (57.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Chester: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)2 (25.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years2 (3.4%)3 (5.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)2 (33.3%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Chester: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Chester: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years4 (6.8%)7 (13.2%)
65 to 74 Years4 (66.7%)4 (57.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Chester: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years4 (66.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Chester

Computing Device Access in Chester

Computing Device Access in Chester
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop7263.2%
Smartphone10390.3%
Tablet7364.0%
No Computing Device10.9%
Total114100.0%

Internet Access in Chester

Internet Access in Chester
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet43.5%
Broadband Home7767.5%
Cellular Data Only2521.9%
Satellite Internet1614.0%
No Internet87.0%
Total114100.0%

Chester Summary

Chester, South Dakota is a small town located in the southeastern corner of the state, near the border of Iowa and Minnesota. It is part of the Sioux Falls metropolitan area and has a population of just over 1,000 people. The town was founded in 1883 and has a rich history of farming, ranching, and small business.

Geography

Chester is located in the southeastern corner of South Dakota, near the border of Iowa and Minnesota. It is situated in the Big Sioux River Valley, which is part of the Great Plains region. The town is surrounded by rolling hills and prairies, and is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, coyotes, and wild turkeys. The climate is generally mild, with hot summers and cold winters.

Economy

Chester’s economy is largely based on agriculture and small businesses. The town is home to several farms and ranches, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, and wheat. There are also several small businesses in the area, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a few restaurants.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Chester had a population of 1,072 people. The racial makeup of the town was 97.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 1.5% from two or more races. The median household income was $41,250, and the median age was 37.
Chester is a small town with a rich history and a strong sense of community. It is a great place to live and work, and offers a variety of activities and attractions for visitors and residents alike. From its agricultural roots to its modern-day businesses, Chester is a great place to call home.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Chester?
Total Population of Chester is 237.
What is the Total Male Population of Chester?
Total Male Population of Chester is 158.
What is the Total Female Population of Chester?
Total Female Population of Chester is 79.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Chester?
There are 200.00 Males per 100 Females in Chester.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Chester?
There are 50.00 Females per 100 Males in Chester.
What is the Median Population Age in Chester?
Median Population Age in Chester is 39.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Chester
Average Family Size in Chester is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Chester
Average Household Size in Chester is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Chester?
Per Capita income in Chester is $36,080.
What is the Median Family Income in Chester?
Median Family Income in Chester is $114,286.
What is the Median Household income in Chester?
Median Household Income in Chester is $64,868.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Chester?
Income or Wage Gap in Chester is 33.5%.
Women in Chester earn 66.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Chester?
Inequality or Gini Index in Chester is 0.29.
How Large is the Labor Force in Chester?
There are 133 People in the Labor Forcein in Chester.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Chester?
74.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Chester.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Chester?
Unemployment Rate in Chester is 5.3%.